Course - Mathematical Approximation Methods in Physics - FY3107
FY3107 - Mathematical Approximation Methods in Physics
About
Lessons are not given in the academic year 2023/2024
Course content
The course is given every second year. The aim of the course is to give an introduction to, and training of, useful methods of finding approximate solutions to physics problems, in particular situations where regular perturbation expansions cannot be used. Even in cases where a given problem must be treated numerically, approximative solutions may give valuable information of qualitative behaviour for choice and implementation of numerical method. The course covers e.g. local analysis of differential equations, approximate evaluation of integrals, asymptotic expansions, singular perturbation expansions, the boundary layer method, the WKB method, multiple scale expansions.
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the candidate should have knowledge about - the most useful methods for finding approximate analytical solutions of mathematical problems which often occur when modeling physical systems Skills - the candidate should be able to - identify various classes of mathematical problems - simplify or rewrite the problem to a form which enables use of an appropriate method - apply the method to find an approximate analytical solution General competence - the candidate should - know about relevant mathematical reference works and software - be able to use these to find/extract information efficiently
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and problem sessions. Some problems may be formulated to be solved by use of computer algebra programs. When lectures and lecture material are in English, the exam is usually given in English only.Expected work load in the course is 225 hours.
Further on evaluation
If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed to oral.
Recommended previous knowledge
Mathematical knowledge and maturity as obtained through about 3-4 years of (theoretically oriented) studies in physics.
Course materials
Literature: C.M. Bender and S.A. Orszag: Advanced Mathematical Methods for Scientists and Engineeres, McGraw-Hill 1978.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
---|---|---|---|
FY8304 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2018 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
No
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Physics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Physics
Examination
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"