PHYS3375
Statistical Mechanics and Transport Processes
10 Units
Available in 2013
| Callaghan Campus | Semester 1 |
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Previously offered in 2012, 2011
Concepts and techniques of statistical physics are important in many areas, including thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and solid state physics. It is therefore important that students undertaking a major in physics have some understanding of the material in this area. This course introduces some of the key topics and constitutes an introduction to the physics of many body systems. Computer exercises will illustrate some of the common simulation techniques used to model physical systems.
In order to participate in this course, students must complete a compulsory Health and Safety requirement. Students will receive full information on this compulsory course component in the course outline provided by the school.
| Objectives | On successful completion of this course students will be able to: 1. understand the main ideas, concepts and techniques used in statistical physics 2. apply their knowledge of statistical physics to real physical systems 3. develop their analytic skills through exposure to problems at an advanced level 4. enhance their computing skills 5. enhance their written and communication skills. |
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| Content | Review of classical thermodynamics and thermodynamic coordinates Equilibrium statistical mechanics and ensemble theory Classical and Quantum Statistics Applications eg ideal gases, heat capacity, magnetism, Bose-Einstein condensation, Fermi-Dirac gases Introduction to non-equilibrium statistical mechanics and transport theory |
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| Replacing Course(s) | PHYS3370 Statistical Physics 10 units | ||||
| Transition | PHYS3375 will be a direct replacement for PHYS3370 so students unable to complete PHYS3370 will be able to attempt PHYS3375. | ||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||
| Assumed Knowledge | PHYS1210, PHYS1220, MATH2310 | ||||
| Modes of Delivery | Distance Learning : IT Based Internal Mode |
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| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Student Projects Tutorial |
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| Contact Hours | Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |
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| Timetables | 2013 Course Timetables for PHYS3375 |