Computational Physics, FYTN03 - fall 2010

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Welcome!

Next examination opportunity 09.00-13.00, Tuesday 30 November 2010, Room NB, Theoretical Physics.

Introductory meeting and first lecture 10-12, Monday 30 August 2010, Room NB, Theoretical Physics. Welcome!

In contemporary physics computers play an integral part. In particular, numerical methods provide means for solving problems that are intractable by other methods (and often more interesting!).

In this course you will learn a number of different numerical techniques for solving physics problems in mechanics, statistical physics, electromagnetism, stochastic processes and quantum mechanics, which are used in current research.

The course is organized into a four parts, each based on a specific project. The examination is in the form of written project reports and a written examination.

Some basic knowledge of programming, for instance in Java, C++ or Matlab, is helpful. You will find links to tutorials to get started with computers and numerical simulations here.