Course - Phase Transitions and Critical Phenomena - FY3106
FY3106 - Phase Transitions and Critical Phenomena
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 hours | C |
Course content
The course is given next time fall 2021. Fundamental concepts in, and examples of, phase transitions. Properties near critical points. Universality classes. Scaling and the scaling laws. Overview of simple models. Introduction to renormalization group theory and the Kadanoff-picture. The Wilson picture and renormalization group theory. Direct space and k-space renormalization. Topological phase transitions. The superfluid phase transition. Elitzur's theorem and the superconductor-normal metal phase transition.
Learning outcome
The student is expected to obtain considerable insight into various types of phase transitions, and how these can be described theoretically in different ways, e.g., using renormalization group theory. The course is well suited for master students who want an introduction to advanced statistical physics.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures. Voluntary calculation exercises. When lectures and lecture material are in English, the exam will usually be 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
The student is expected to have completed an introductory course in statistical mechanics.
Course materials
Will be decided at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY8303 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2018 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Physics
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Written examination 100/100 C 2023-12-01 09:00 PAPIR
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Room Building Number of candidates Storhall del 1 Idrettssenteret (Dragvoll) 29 DI42 Idrettssenteret (Dragvoll) 1 - Summer UTS Written examination 100/100 C PAPIR
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * 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"