Nuclear Chemistry and Radiopharmaceuticals, full time, first cycle programme (S1-PRK-CHJR)

The graduate has achieved the learning outcomes defined for bachelor’s degree program of the Nuclear Chemistry and Radiopharmaceuticals study.
The graduate has the knowledge and skills that allow analysing issues in the field of physics, chemistry and sciences about radioactivity. The graduate can determine relationships between physical and chemical properties of the elements and chemical compounds and knows how to correlate position of the element in the periodic table with electronic structure of the atoms and the molecules. The graduate is familiar with standard methods used for detecting ionizing radiation and the methods of synthesis of radiopharmaceuticals. The graduate can assess this knowledge using professional literature and can accurately and coherently express himself orally and in writing using specialized terminology.
Knowledge: the graduate knows and understands
- fundamental concepts of higher mathematics necessary for the quantitative description, understanding, and modeling of physical and chemical problems of moderate complexity;
- the role and place of chemistry within the structure of exact and natural sciences, as well as its contribution to the development of civilization. Understands basic chemical concepts and laws, chemical symbolism, nomenclature, notation, and the representation of chemical reactions;
- relationships between the physical and chemical properties of elements and chemical compounds, chemical composition and structure, the position of an element in the periodic table and the electronic structure of atoms and molecules; analyzes ionic equilibria and reactions in aqueous electrolyte solutions, as well as relationships between solution composition and quantitatively expressed solution properties;
- basic algorithms used in scientific computing;
- fundamental concepts of nuclear and particle physics, nuclear reactions, and radioactive phenomena;
- basic properties of nuclear radiation and its interactions with matter;
- applications of nuclear techniques in medicine and industry. Understands the operation of nuclear reactors and nuclear power plants and is familiar with the directions of nuclear energy development;
- computer techniques useful in the work of a chemist;
- basic tools and methods for acquiring, processing, and presenting data, particularly those related to chemical sciences. Recognizes issues related to internet security and privacy;
- basic principles of occupational health and safety sufficient for work in chemical, biological, and physical laboratories;
- ethical principles and standards related to scientific and educational activities;
- basic concepts of intellectual property protection and patent law in chemistry, as well as industrial property protection;
- fundamentals of classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, classical electrodynamics, and optics, particularly in relation to the functioning of biological systems;
- relationships between the structure and reactivity of organic molecules;
- basic methods of ionizing radiation detection;
- fundamentals of the construction and operation of scientific instruments and laboratory equipment used in physics and chemistry;
- the basic implications of thermodynamic laws for chemical transformations; understands the fundamentals of physical chemistry, including thermodynamics, thermochemistry, electrochemistry, interfacial phenomena, transport processes, and chemical kinetics, including catalysis and biocatalysis;
- phenomena and/or laws from scientific disciplines outside the field of study;
- principles of radiation protection and the legal regulations in force in Poland;
- theoretical foundations and applications of various molecular spectroscopy techniques;
- fundamentals of physiological processes and the functioning of human organs, the medical effects of disturbances in metabolic processes, cell structure, and the role and function of its major components;
- methods for the synthesis of diagnostic and therapeutic isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals;
- chemical transformations undergone by radioactive elements and their compounds;
- methods for the management and disposal of radioactive waste;
- general principles of establishing and developing individual entrepreneurial activities based on knowledge of physics and chemistry;
- types, principles of operation, and construction of X-ray equipment, as well as regulations governing its use.
Skills: the graduate is able to
- plan and perform simple experiments or observations and analyze their results;
- use nuclide charts, nuclear level tables, and diagrams;
- present selected problems in physics, chemistry, and radioactivity sciences in a clear and understandable manner, including methods of solving them;
- independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills using various sources (written and electronic), including foreign-language resources;
- prepare oral presentations in Polish and English on selected topics in chemistry using basic theoretical approaches and various information sources;
- prepare standard written assignments, including descriptions and simple scientific papers in physics, chemistry, and radioactivity sciences in both Polish and English using basic computer tools;
- apply the laws of physics to analyze selected chemical and physical problems, including processes occurring in living organisms;
- plan and perform basic research, experiments, observations, and computer simulations in chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology, and critically evaluate results and measurement errors;
- perform measurements of selected physicochemical quantities, determine their values, and assess the reliability of the obtained results;
- design, assemble, and use selected measuring equipment and apply various measurement systems;
- design syntheses of simple organic compounds;
- use mathematical methods to solve selected chemical, physical, and biochemical problems and apply statistical methods to analyze and verify experimental data in chemical and biochemical experiments;
- use numerical methods and mathematical statistics to verify experimental data in chemical experiments using relevant software packages;
- select appropriate detectors for the detection of specific types of radiation;
- analyze problems and find solutions based on acquired theories and methods;
- plan and perform quantitative analyses and formulate qualitative conclusions based on the results;
- solve theoretical problems and plan and perform simple experimental studies in chemical thermodynamics, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, catalysis and biocatalysis, interfacial phenomena, and transport processes;
- use graphical methods of data presentation to identify relationships between variables;
- prepare and supervise radiation protection procedures within an organization and conduct individual and workplace dosimetric monitoring;
- work effectively in teams, including interdisciplinary teams, and understand responsibility for jointly performed tasks;
- effectively plan and organize individual and team work within collaborative projects and tasks;
- apply molecular spectroscopy methods to analyze the structure and properties of molecules in gaseous and liquid phases;
- use English at a level sufficient to work with professional literature in chemistry and related sciences; possesses English language proficiency at the upper-intermediate (B2) level;
- express and justify professional opinions in both specialist and non-specialist environments;
- present research results in the form of a report or presentation containing the objective and rationale of the work, methodology, results, and their significance in the context of related studies.
Social Competences: the graduate is ready to
- engage in continuous learning and independently search for information in scientific literature, including foreign-language sources;
- critically assess the level of their knowledge and seek expert advice when necessary; undertake and initiate simple research activities independently;
- adhere to professional ethics and promote ethical conduct among others;
- recognize the limits of their own knowledge and skills and continuously improve professional and personal competences;
- fulfill social and professional responsibilities and participate in activities benefiting the community;
- think and act in an entrepreneurial manner.