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Course content

Introduction to fundamental theory of some physical properties of systems which can be modelled by simple bead-rod-spring polymer models. Classification of polymers. Elementary chain statistics. Deterministic molecular dynamics on atomic level. Polymer solutions in thermodynamic equilibrium. Microfluiddynamics. Polymer solutions in thermodynamic non-equilibrium: Diffusion equations in conformational space, stochastic differential equations and algorithms for Brownian dynamics simulations. Diffusion.

Learning outcome

The student shall attain a fundamental understanding of the theoretical description of some physical properties of systems which can be modelled by simple bead-rod-spring polymer models.

Learning methods and activities

The course is given on demand by contacting the lecturer. Lectures, colloquia, or guided self study, depending on the number of students. Usually oral exam, but written exam can be agreed upon.

Compulsory assignments

Recommended previous knowledge

TFY4230 Statistical Physics, TFY4275 Classical Transport Theory, TFY4310 Molecular Biophysics

Required previous knowledge

Course materials

Parts of lecture notes: "A. Elgsaeter, A. Mikkelsen and S.N. Naess: Nanoparticle and Polymer Physics"

Credit reductions

Course code	Reduction	From	To
DIF4997	7.5