X-Ray Science and Techniques

3 credits · Graduate

This course provides an introduction to how x-rays interact with matter and how x-ray techniques can be used towards developing new understanding of the atomistic properties of materials. Topics include: Diffraction from ordered and disordered materials, x-ray diffuse scattering and inelastic techniques, and x-ray absorption/emission spectroscopy. X-ray sources including synchrotrons and free electron lasers. This course includes a parallel laboratory effort in which students will have an opportunity to carry out advanced x-ray experiments at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.