Fysiikka - Physics

The Orientation Days activities. Practical study-related information, degree requirements. Planning of Master's studies. Preparation of the electronic personal study plan (PSP). Getting familiar with the support in monitoring the progress of the studies. Use of digital services in studies. The Academic Library collections and databases. Information security training.

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of particle physics, bridging both theoretical foundations and experimental analysis. Students will explore the core principles of special relativity and quantum mechanics as they apply to particle interactions and decays, while gaining hands-on experience in data analysis using Python or similar programming languages. Topics include decay rates, cross-sections, the Dirac equation, Feynman diagrams, and deep inelastic scattering, providing a strong foundation for further studies in experimental and theoretical particle physics.Underlying concepts [special relativity, quantum mechanics] Decay rates and cross sections [Lorentz-invariance, matrix element] The Dirac equation [relativistic QM => spin + antimatter] Interaction by particle exchange [Feynman diagrams] Electron-positron annihilation [calculations in perturbation theory] Electron-proton elastic scattering [form factor] Deep inelastic scattering [Bjorken x, PDFs] (*Symmetries and the quark model)

This course provides a basic-level understanding of key characterisation techniques (listed under ‘Learning Outcomes’) used to analyse the compositional, microstructural, and crystallographic properties of metals, including those produced through casting, laser additive manufacturing, or different single-crystal growth techniques. The course emphasises both theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, providing students with hands-on laboratory experience. Additionally, students will develop a theoretical foundation in studying metal microstructures, including phases, grain boundaries, crystallographic textures, and common defects. The course is structured into two-week modules, each focusing on a specific characterisation method. Each module includes a theoretical lecture, a quiz in Moodle, and a hands-on laboratory exercise where students apply the technique in practice. Based on their experiments, students collaborate in groups to write technical measurement reports, documenting and interpreting their results. A discussion session is held in the second week of each module to review findings before transitioning to the next topic. Furthermore, students will complete a small individual literature review on a selected characterisation method or its application, culminating in a presentation of their findings in a seminar session at the end of the course.

The students will learn basic properties of superconductivity, London equations, thermodynamics of the superconducting transition, intermediate state, coherence length, current in superconductor, thin films, BCS-theory, type-II superconductors, high-Tc superconductors, and some applications of superconductivity.

Structure, operation and physics of semiconductor devices.

Mechanics part of the course: Basics of translational and rotational motion, Newton's laws, principles of conservation of energy, momentum and angular momentum. Thermal Physics: Physical basics of thermodynamics, the laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamic engines and cyclic processes. Electricity: Electrostatics (electric force, field and potential), direct-current circuits, magnetism (magnetic force and field), electromagnetic induction.

Mekaniikka-osuus: Etenevän ja pyörimisliikkeen perusteet, Newtonin lait, säilymislait (energia, liikemäärä ja liikemäärämomentti). Aaltoliike-osuus: Mekaaniset värähtelyt (harmoninen, vaimeneva, pakotettu), harmoninen aalto, mekaaniset ja sähkömagneettiset aallot, interferenssi, diffraktio, polarisaatio.

Mekaniikka-osuus: Etenevän ja pyörimisliikkeen perusteet, Newtonin lait, säilymislait (energia, liikemäärä ja liikemäärämomentti). Aaltoliike-osuus: Mekaaniset värähtelyt (harmoninen, vaimeneva, pakotettu), harmoninen aalto, mekaaniset ja sähkömagneettiset aallot, interferenssi, diffraktio, polarisaatio.