Soft Condensed Matter (1633)
  
Coordinating lecturer :Prof. dr. Mieke GORISSEN 

Language of instruction : English
Credits: 3,0
  
Period: semester 2 (3sp)
  
2nd Chance Exam1: Yes
  
Final grade2: Numerical
 
Sequentiality
 
   Mandatory sequentiality bound on the level of programme components
 
 
  Following programme components must have been included in your study programme in a previous education period
    Quantum Mechanics 3 (3992) 4.0 stptn
    Statistical Physics (3364) 5.0 stptn
    Solid State Physics (1594) 6.0 stptn
 

Prerequisites

Good knowledge about the fundamental principles in quantum mechanics, solid state physics, and thermodynamics/statistical physics is required.


Content

This course gives an introduction into the field of 'Soft Matter' which is among the most imortant areas in condensed matter physcs. At the end of the course, the student is familiar with the forces, energies and time scales that are relevant in condensed matter physics in general, and that are especially important in soft matter systems (like entropic forces). The student knows the physical properties of a number of typical soft materials such as colloidal solutions, polymers and liquid crystals. The student is familiar with phase transitions occurring in soft matter, as well as with the main characteristics of these transitions. He/she also knows about the concept of self-organization in soft condensed matter.


Organisational and teaching methods
Organisational methods  
Lecture ✔  
Practical ✔  


Evaluation

Semester 2 (3,00sp)

Evaluation method
Other exam100 %
Other Oral exam with written preparation.

Second examination period

Evaluation second examination opportunity different from first examination opprt
No
 

Recommended reading
  Soft Condensed Matter,Richard A.L. Jones,Oxford University Press,9780198505891


Learning outcomes
Bachelor of Physics
  •  EC 

    • EC 2: A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics programme is able to combine various basic theories of physics in studying more complex phenomena which appear for example in solid state physics, astrophysics, atomic physics, nuclear and particle physics and biophysics.

  •  EC 

    • EC 3: A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics programme is able to use models and techniques from physics and other scientific domains to solve multidisciplinary problems.

     
  •  DC 

    • A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics can describe and explain models and techniques from physics and other scientific fields.

     

     
  •  DC 

    • A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics can compare models and techniques and select the appropriate instrument on the basis of relevant criteria such as usability, accuracy and efficacy. 

     
  •  DC 

    • A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics can model simple systems and predict their evolution. 

     
  •  DC 

    • A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics can select technical tools such as calculators, measuring devices and software, and use these in an accurate manner including uncertainties.

     
  •  DC 

    • A graduate of the Bachelor of Physics has an understanding of the broader multidisciplinary framework in which physics is situated.   

 
  EC = learning outcomes      DC = partial outcomes      BC = evaluation criteria  
Offered inTolerance3
3rd year Bachelor of Physics option Experimental Physics J
3rd year Bachelor of Physics option Nano/Biophysics J
3th year Bachelor of Physics option free choice addition J
Exchange Programme Physics J



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