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Particle Physics at PSI (Paul Scherrer Institute)
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:55:06
Abstract
During semester breaks in Summer 6-12 students stay for 3 weeks at PSI and participate in a hands-on course on experimental particle physics. A small real experiment is performed in common, including apparatus design, construction, running and data analysis. The course includes some lectures, but the focus lies on the practical aspects of experimenting.
Objective
Students learn all the different steps it takes to perform a complete particle physics experiment in a small team. They acquire skills to do this themselves in the team, including design, construction, data taking and data analysis.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Particle Physics at PSI (Paul Scherrer Institute)
Does not take place this semester.
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
Course takes place during three weeks in the semester break after the exam session (Aug-Sep). During the FS there are special programs possible after consultation with lecturer.
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No time listed | 210 h semesterly |
Offered In
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Other Elective Courses (These courses may be suitable for the Medical Physics track. Please consult your track advisor.)
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Proseminars and Semester Papers (To organise a semester project take contact with one of the instructors. Not all lecturers are directly eligible in myStudies if "Professors" is the required type of lecturers. In such cases please take contact with the Study Administration ( ).)
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Proseminars and Semester Papers (To organise a semester project take contact with one of the instructors.)
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