TRIUMF, Canada's national laboratory for particle and nuclear physics, offers specialized graduate-level courses and training programs primarily focused on advanced research in subatomic physics. These programs are delivered in collaboration with partner universities such as the University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, and the University of Victoria.
- Particle Physics Fundamentals: This core course explores the Standard Model, quantum chromodynamics, and electroweak interactions, with hands-on simulations using TRIUMF's cyclotron data.
- Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics: Students delve into nuclear structure, reactions, and their implications for stellar evolution and cosmology, including experiments with radioactive ion beams.
- Accelerator Physics: Advanced topics cover beam dynamics, superconducting magnets, and RF systems, drawing from TRIUMF's ISAC facility for practical accelerator design projects.
- Medical Isotope Production and Applications: Focuses on cyclotron-based production of radioisotopes for PET imaging and cancer therapy, integrating radiochemistry and clinical applications.
- Detector Technology and Instrumentation: Covers design of silicon detectors, scintillators, and data acquisition systems used in high-energy experiments at TRIUMF and international facilities like CERN.
- Computational Methods in Particle Physics: Teaches Monte Carlo simulations, data analysis with ROOT software, and machine learning for event reconstruction in collider experiments.
- Neutrino Physics and Beyond the Standard Model: Examines neutrino oscillations, sterile neutrinos, and searches for new physics through TRIUMF's contributions to global experiments like T2K and SNO+.
- Materials Science under Extreme Conditions: Investigates radiation effects on materials, relevant to fusion energy and space applications, using TRIUMF's proton irradiation facilities.
These courses emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining theoretical lectures, laboratory work at the 520 MeV cyclotron, and collaborative research projects. Participants gain expertise in cutting-edge technologies, preparing them for careers in academia, national labs, or industry. TRIUMF's programs also include short workshops on ethical considerations in science and diversity in STEM fields, fostering a comprehensive educational experience. With access to world-class facilities, students engage in real-world research, contributing to publications and international conferences. The curriculum evolves with scientific advancements, ensuring relevance in fields like quantum computing interfaces and environmental monitoring via nuclear techniques. Overall, TRIUMF's offerings provide a unique blend of education and innovation, totaling over 300 hours of intensive study per program.
