• Basic concepts of crystallography
• Physical fundamentals of diffraction phenomena with X-rays and electron beams
• Application of these methods for structure determination of crystalline and non crystalline substances
• Vibrational spectroscopy of solids, factor group analysis
• Electron spectra and magnetism of transition metals

Qualification goals

• Ability to apply the imparted knowledge for the indexing of
  diffraction images and for structure determination from diffraction data
• Development of problem solving skills and enhancement of analytical
  skills
• Acquisition of methodological knowledge and knowledge of equipment
  critical handling of results
• Recognition of the limits of scientific methods
• Recognition of "pitfalls" and avoidance of misinterpretations
• Development of the spatial imagination