Detectors physics and detection systems

Description

Physics of detectors

• General concepts : Ramo theorem and signal creation, signal-over-noise, efficiencies, resolutions
• Gazeous detectors : various regimes, ion chambers, micropatterned detectors, resistive plate chambers
• Semiconductors : p-n diodes, silicon strip and pixel sensors, monolithic sensors, germanium sensors
• Scintillators : light generation, organic and inorganic materials
• Visible photon detectors : photocathode, photomultipliers, siliconPM
• Cerenkov & transition-radiation detectors

Detector systems

• Position measurements, tracking : multiple scattering, finding and fitting algorthms
• Energy measurements : calorimetry in high-energy physics (hadronic and electromagnetic showers) and spectroscopy in nuclear physics (Compton scattering)
• Particle identification : dE/dx, Cerenkov, transition radiation
• Complete systems : experiments on colliders, in astroparticles, in nuclear physics

Compétences visées

•    Applying knowledge in physics

•    Apply methods from mathematics and digital technology

•    Produce a critical analysis, with hindsight and perspective

•    Interact with colleagues in physics and other disciplines

•    Develop and manage an experimental project, including digital aspects

•    Operate an experimental device, including digital aspects, from use to data analysis

•    Take on responsibilities in a team working on an experimental project

•    Research a physics topic using specialised resources

•    Communicate in writing and orally, including in English

•    Contribute to research work in physics

•    Respect ethical, professional and environmental principles in the practice of physics 

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