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Course definition: |
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Aim: |
To introduce the students to some of the basic principles in statistical mechanics. |
Topics: |
- Mathematical tools
- Kinetic theory of ideal gases
- Some basic concepts
- Ideal systems
- Phase transitions
- The Monte Carlo method
- Classical fluids
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Lectures: |
Lectures 60 h |
Literature: |
D. Chandler, Introduction to modern statiscal mechanics, Oxford University Press 1987; printed lecture notes (see below). |
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The lecture notes comprise the following chapters: |
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Title page
Mathematical tools
Kinetic theory of ideal gases
Basic concepts
Ideal systems
Phase transitions
Monte Carlo method
Classical fluids
Non-equilibrium systems
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Last updated
August 1, 2008
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