Theory: Symmetry of crystals, lattices, unit cell, lattice planes, Miller indices, diffraction on powders, diffraction cones, Bragg's equation.
Instrumentation: Bragg-Brentano-Geometry, X-ray tubes, divergence slit, filter/monochromator, detectors.
Sample preparation.
Measurement.
Interpretation: Indexation, determination of cell metrics, phase identification, database search, profile fit, Rietveld refinement, crystallite size.
