Universität Wien

260069 PUE Computational Physics (2022W)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 26 - Physik
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle

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Details

max. 25 participants
Language: German

Lecturers

    Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

    • Monday 10.10. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 17.10. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 24.10. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 31.10. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 07.11. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 14.11. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 21.11. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 28.11. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 05.12. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 12.12. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 09.01. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 16.01. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
    • Monday 23.01. 18:15 - 19:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien

    Information

    Aims, contents and method of the course

    In one of the major paradigm shifts in physics in the past half century, Computational Physics, the application of purely computer-based methods to the solution of physical problems, has established itself as an independent "third methodology", in addition to the conventional approaches, Experimental and Theoretical Physics. Like its sister disciplines, Computational Physics is a method, rather than a specific subfield of physics, and thus is not limited to any particular area: Applications range from tests of approximate theoretical methods (by providing numerically exact results for well-chosen model systems) to replacement/extension of laboratory experiments to extreme space and time scales or physical conditions. Thanks to the continuous increase in computer power, more and more sophisticated physical models may be simulated in detail and their properties investigated at will.
    The first part of this two-semester course, which aims at depth rather than breadth, offers an introduction to the following topics:
    (Fast) Fourier Transform
    Finite Difference Equations
    Partial Differential Equations
    Solution of Large Systems of Equations
    Finite Elements

    Assessment and permitted materials

    Submission of exercises and presentation. Preparation and presentation of a small project at the end of the course.

    Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

    Minimum requirements: exercises and projects must be positive to pass the exam
    Evaluation: exercises (80%), project (20%)

    Examination topics

    Reading list

    Lecture notes (can be found on Moodle)

    Association in the course directory

    WPF 1, UF MA PHYS 01a, UF MA PHYS 01b

    Last modified: Fr 21.10.2022 08:49