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Course HandbookInternational Master Programme

PHYSICS

Winter Semester 2008/2009

and Summer Semester 2009

As at: 20.04.2009


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Universitt Stuttgart Master Programme PHYSICS Course Handbook2

Study plan

Students earn 120 credit points (CP) during four semesters. 30 CP account for the master

thesis and 90 CP account for the modules, which are structured into majors and modules for

scientific specialisation. In the majors, the students improve and deepen their knowledge

about physics, which was acquired during the bachelors program. In the modules for scientific

specialisation, special knowledge in a certain area of physics is acquired.

The master studies in physics consists of the majors (V)

Advanced Experimental Physics I

Advanced Theoretical Physics I

Advanced Physics Lab

Specialised Module (Advanced Experimental Physics II or Advanced TheoreticalPhysics II)

Seminar

and the modules for scientific specialisation (S)

Elective Module

Scientific Specialisation

Practical Skills and Project Planning


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Universitt Stuttgart Master Programme PHYSICS Course Handbook 3

Scheme of study plan

1. Semester (WS) 2. Semester (SS) 3. Semester (WS) 4.Semester (SS)

Advanced Experimental

Physics I (V) 9

Specialised Module (V)

15Advanced Condensed

Matter Physics I

(4 SWS) 6

Exercises to Adv. Cond.Matter Physics I

(2 SWS) 3

Subject I of

Specialised Module *

(4 + 2 SWS) 9

Scientif ic Specialisation (S) 15

(5 SWS) 7.5 (5 SWS) 7.5

Advanced Theoretical

Physics I (V) 9Advanced Quantum

Theory

(4 SWS) 6

Exercises to AdvancedQuantum Theory

(2 SWS) 3

Subject II of

Specialised Module **

(3 + 1 SWS) 6

Practical Skills and Project Planning (S) 15

(5 SWS) 7.5 (5 SWS) 7.5

Elective Module (S) 9

Elective Lecture I

(2 + 1 SWS) 4.5

Elective Lecture II

(2 + 1 SWS) 4.5

Advanced Physical Lab (V) 12

Advanced Physical Lab I

(3 SWS) 4.5

Advanced Physical Lab II

(5 SWS) 7.5

Seminar (V) 6

Seminar in Advanced Physics

(2 SWS) 2 (1 SWS) 1

International Studies in Physics

(2 SWS) 1 (2 SWS) 2

Master Thesis 30

(10 SWS) 15 (10 SWS) 15

30 30 30 30

Sum ECTS = 120

* Solid State Spectroscopyfor major in experimental physics with the

specialised module Advanced Experimental Physics II

Advanced Statistical Physicsfor major in theoretical physics with the

specialised module Advanced Theoretical Physics II

** Advanced Condensed Matter Physics IIfor major in experimental physics with the

specialised module Advanced Experimental Physics II

Solid State Theoryfor major in theoretical physics with the

specialised module Advanced Theoretical Physics II


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Explanations:

1. In the second semester students can choose between the major experimental physics withthe specialised module Advanced Experimental Physics II and the major theoretical

physics with the specialised module Advanced Experimental Physics II.2. The course units of the elective modules are listed in the module manual. The elective

module consists of two course units, which can be combined arbitrarily. Elective modules

which are not listed in the module manual for the master studies in PHYSICS, can only be

attended after a previous permission by the examination board.

3. The seminar in Advanced Physics serves among other things as preparation for theAdvanced Physics Lab and takes always place in the first half of the semester. The

experiments in the Advanced Physics Lab start after completion of the seminars

respectively.

4. The annual research phase in the second year of studies consists of the modulesScientific Specialisation , Practical Skills and Project Planning and Master Thesis.

5. Students without sufficient German language skills (Grundstufe I/A1) have to attend a six-week intensive course German language course offered by the Universitt Stuttgart.


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Overview over the module examinations

(1)General overview

Semester Compulsory

requirements

Module

Examination

Credit

Points

No. Module Compul-

sory/

Elective 1 2 3 4

Advanced Theoretical Physics

I

C x PL 9

- Advanced Quantum Theory C x (6)

1

- Exercises to AdvancedQuantum Theory

C x USL (3)


Physics I

C x PL 9

- Advanced Condensed Matter

Physics I

C x (6)

2

- Exercises to AdvancedCondensed Matter Physics I

C x USL (3)

3 Specialised Module

(Specialised module)

C x PL 15

Elective Module E x x PL 9

- Elective Lecture I E x USL (4.5)

4

- Elective Lecture II E x USL (4.5)

Advanced Physical Lab with

Seminar

C x x PL 12

- Advanced Physical Lab I C x USL (4.5)

5

- Advanced Physical Lab II C x USL (7.5)

Seminar C x x PL 6

- Seminar in AdvancedPhysics C x x USL (3)

6

- International Studies in

Physics

C x x USL (3)

7 Scientific Specialisation C x x PL 15

8 Practical Skills and Project

Planning

C x x PL 15

(2) Specialised Module

(a) Specialisation Experimental Physics

with specialised module Advanced Experimental Physics II

Semester Compulsory

requirements

Module

Examination

Credit

Points

No. Module Compul-

sory/

Elective 1 2 3 4


Physics II (Specialised

module)

C x PL 15

- Solid State Spectroscopy C x USL (9)

3

- Advanced Condensed

Matter Physics II

C x USL (6)


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(b) Specialisation Theoretical Physics

with specialised module Advanced Theoretical Physics II

Semester Compulsory

requirements

Module

Examination

Credit

Points

Nr. Module Compul-

sory/

Elective 1 2 3 4

Advanced Theoretical Physics

II (Specialised module)

C x PL 15

- Advanced Statistical

Physics

C x USL (9)

3

- Solid State Theory C x USL (6)

Annotations:

1. Abbreviations:

C = Compulsory module; E = Elective module

USL = proof of attendance, details will be announced by the lecturer

PL= Module examination; form and duration of the examination are regulated inthe module manual

2. The semesters in which you should take the related module (course unit) are marked by an

x.3. If a module consists out of more than one course unit, the credit points of the individual

course units are shown in brackets. The credit points of the total module are in bold

letters.

4. The course units of the Elective module are defined in the course handbook manualwhich will be edited by the Faculty each semester. The Elective Module consists of two

course units, which can be combined arbitrarily. For every course unit an oral examination

of 30 minutes has to be passed and the grade for the Elective Module consists of the

average over these examinations.


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Module Overview

Modulenumber24

0918-

Deepeningmodule

Specialisationmodule

Researchperiod

Page

001 Advanced Experimental Physics I X 8

001 [Advanced Condensed Matter Physics I] 8

001 [Exercises to Advanced Condensed Matter Physics I] 8

002 Advanced Theoretical Physics I X 9

002 [Advanced Quantum Theory] 9

002 [Exercises to Advanced Quantum Theory] 9

003 Advanced Experimental Physics II X 11

003 [Solid State Spectroscopy] 11

003 [Advanced Condensed Matter Physics II] 11

004 Advanced Theoretical Physics II X 13

004 [Advanced Statistical Physics] 13

004 [Solid State Theory] 13

005 Elective Module X 15

005 [Light and Matter I +II] 17

005 [Plasma Physics I +II] 18

005 [Superconductivity I +II] 19

101 Advanced Physical Laboratory X 21

101 [Advanced Physical Laboratory I + II] 21

201 Seminar X 23

201 [Seminar in Advanced Physics] 23201 [International Studies in Physics I +II] 23

301 Scientific Specialisation X X 25

302 Practical Skills and Project Planning X X 26

303 Master Thesis X 27

Annotations:

In brackets are the modules listed, that belong to the course unit in the upper line,

respectively.


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Advanced Experimental Physics I As at: 13.10.2008

1 Module name Advanced Experimental Physics I

2 Identification code 240918-001

3 Credit points (CP) 94 Semester load (SWS) 6

5 Module duration 1 Semester

6 Cycle annual, winter semester

7 Language of instruction English

8Person in charge of themodule

Dr. Michael Dumm, Studiengang PHYSICSPhone.: 685-64988Email: [email protected]

9 Lecturers Prof. Dr. Jrg Wrachtrup

10Applicability/Assignment tocurriculum

Master course PHYSICS,deepening module, compulsory, 1. Semester

11 Prerequisites Complete Experimental Physics course from the Bachelor studies.

12 Intended learning outcome

Well-founded insights into Condensed Matter Physics.

Cross-linked knowledge of basic phenomena in Molecular Physics,Crystal Physics and Solid State Physics; experimental methodknowledge for the investigation of condensed matter.

Ability to develop, evaluate and solve complex scientific problemswhich are related to Condensed Matter Physics.

Ability to abstract, e.g., during the introduction of the concept of areciprocal space for the description of the crystal lattice or the bandstructure in solids, respectively.

13 Content

Advanced Condensed Matter Physics I:

Chemical bonds in crystals; Crystal structure: Symmetries;Reciprocal lattice; Crystal growth

Lattice dynamics

Electrons in Solids I: The free electron gas

Electrons in Solids II: Band structures

Transport

Exercises to Adv. Condensed Matter Physics I:

Problems in Advanced Condensed Matter Physics

14 Literature/Learning materials

Ashcroft/Mermin: Solid State Physics, Saunders College

Ibach/Lth, Solid-State Physics, Springer-Verlag

Kittel, Introduction to Solid State Physics, Wiley

Ziman, Principles of the Theory of Solids, CambridgeUniversity Press.

15Course units and teachingmethods

04920 Advanced Condensed Matter Physics I:

Lecture; 6 CP; 4 SWS04921 Exercises to Advanced Condensed Matter Physics I:

Exercises; 3 CP; 2 SWS

16 Estimation of workload 267 h (Contact time: 63 h; self study: 204 h)

17aCourse achievements (withoutmark)

Proficiency certificate (Schein) for the exercises, criteria forobtaining the certificate will be announced by the lecturer at thebeginning of the semester.

17b Examination load (with mark) Oral Examination; Weight 1,0; Duration 30 min

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240918-003 Advanced Experimental Physics II"

240918-004 Advanced Theoretical Physics II"


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Advanced Theoretical Physics I As at: 13.10.2008

1 Module name Advanced Theoretical Physics I



5 Module duration 1 Semester




Prof. Dr. Gnter Mahler, Studiengang PHYSICSTel.: [email protected]

9 Lecturers PD Dr. Johannes Roth



11 PrerequisitesTheoretical Physics, Mathematics and Atomic Physics Coursesfrom the Bachelor studies.


Well-founded insights into the mathematical foundations andconcepts of the Quantum Theory. Development of a deeper formalunderstanding of the Quantum Theory.

Cross-linked knowledge of quantum-theoretical methods. Ability totransfer the concepts of Quantum Theory between different fields ofphysics.

Ability to develop, evaluate and solve complex scientific problemswhich are based on quantum theory; model development; ability toabstract.

13 Content

Advanced Quantum Theory:

Origin of quantum mechanics

Wave functions and uncertainty principle

The Schrdinger equation

One-dimensional examples, Formalism and axioms ofquantum mechanics

Angular momentum, Spin

Central potentials

Electromagnetic fields

Angular Momentum and Spin

Approximation methods

Time-dependent phenomena

Many-body systemsExercises to Advanced Quantum Theory:

Solving problems in Advanced Quantum Theory


Schwabl: Quantum Mechanics

Schwabl: Advanced Quantum Mechanics

Bransden/Joachain: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics

Liboff Introductory: Quantum Mechanics

Messiah: Quantum Mechanics I and II

Cohen-Tannoudji et al.: Quantum Mechanics I and II

15Course units and teaching

methods

04916 Advanced Quantum Theory:

Lecture; 6 CP; 4 SWS

04918 Exercises to Advanced Quantum Theory:Exercises; 3 CP; 2 SWS



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Advanced Experimental Physics II As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Advanced Experimental Physics II

2 Identification code 240918-0033 Credit points (CP) 15

4 Semester load (SWS) 10

5 Module duration 1 semester

6 Cycle annual, summer semester



Dr. Michael Dumm, Studiengang PHYSICSPhone: 685-64988Email: [email protected]

9 LecturersProf. Dr. Heinz Schweizer (Solid State Spectroscopy)Prof. Dr. Jrg Wrachtrup (Advanced Condensed Matter Physics II)


Master course PHYSICS,deepening module for specialisation Experimental Physics,compulsory, 2. Semester

11 Prerequisites240918001 Advanced Experimental Physics I

240918002 Advanced Theoretical Physics I


Well-founded insights into advanced topics and applications ofCondensed Matter Physics and their investigation with Solid-StateSpectroscopy.

Cross-linked knowledge of solid-state systems like semiconductors,magnets, superconductors and thin films and fundamentalspectroscopic methods for the investigation of condensed matter.Ability to develop, evaluate and solve complex scientific problems

which are related to Condensed Matter Physics. Transfer andgeneralisation to new problems. Application of the learnt knowledgeto modern topics like magnetism, superconductivity, surface- andinterface physics.

Experimental method knowledge

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Solid State Spectroscopy

1. Light Sources: Black body radiation, discharge lamps,LASERS, Synchrotrons and Free Electron Lasers

2. Spectral Analysis of Light: Monochromators, Filters andInterferometers

3. Interaction of light with matter: Dielectric constants and linearResponse, Kramers Kronig relations, Elipsometry, Dipoleapproximation and selection rules

4. Important spectroscopic tools: Raman Scattering, IRSpectroscopy, UPS and XPS, AUGER, XAS, XMCD, EELS

5. Combination with neutron and X-ray scattering:X-ray scattering: non resonant and resonantThin Film Analysis: X-ray and Neutron reflectivity

6. Magnetic resonance spectroscopy: NMR and ESR

7. Nuclear spectroscopy: Mbauer spectroscopy, Sr, PAC

Exercises to Solid State spectroscopy:Problems in Solid State spectroscopy

Advanced Condensed Matter Physics II

Semiconductors

Dielectric and optical properties

Magnetic properties


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Superconductivity

Surfaces and interfaces

Specific problems in condensed matter physics

Exercises to Advanced Condensed Matter Physics II: Solid StateProblems in Advanced Condensed Matter Physics


Solid State SpectroscopyKuzmany, Solid-State Spectroscopy, Springer

Haken/Wolf, The physics of atoms and quanta, Springer

Hfner, Photoelectron spectroscopy, Springer

Bransden/Joachain, Physics of Atoms and Molecules, Prentice Hall

Ashcroft/Mermin: Solid State Physics, Cengage Learning Services

Hecht, Optics, Addison-Wesley Longman

Henderson/Imbusch, Optical spectroscopy of Inorganic Solids,Oxford Science

Advanced Condensed Matter Physics IIAtkins: Physical Chemistry, Oxford University Press.

Atkins/Friedman: Molecular Quantum Mechanics, Oxford UniversityPress.Ashcroft/Mermin: Solid State Physics, Saunders College.Haken/Wolf, Molecular Physics and Elements of QuantumChemistry, Springer-Verlag.Ibach/Lth, Solid-State Physics, Springer-Verlag.Kittel, Introduction to Solid State Physics, Wiley.Ziman, Principles of the Theory of Solids, Cambridge UniversityPress.


methods

04910/04911 Advanced Condensed Matter Physics II:

Lecture and exercises; 6 CP; 4 SWS (lecture 3 SWS, exercises 1SWS)

04912/04913 Solid State Spectroscopy:Lecture and exercises; 9 CP; 6 SWS (lecture 4 SWS, exercises 2SWS)





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240918-301 Scientific Specialisation

240918-302 Practical Skills and Project Planning

240918-303 Master Thesis


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Advanced Theoretical Physics II As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Advanced Theoretical Physics II



5 Module duration 1 semester

6 Cycle annual, summer semester



Prof. Dr. Gnter Mahler, Studiengang PHYSICSPhone: [email protected]

9 LecturersPD Dr. Stefan Wessel (Advanced Statistical Physics)PD Dr. Johannes Roth (Solid State Theory)


Master course PHYSICS,

deepening module for specialisation Theoretical Physics,compulsory, 2. Semester

11 Prerequisites240918001 Advanced Experimental Physics I

240918002 Advanced Theoretical Physics I


Development of a deepened knowledge of Advanced TheoreticalPhysics, i.e., Thermodynamics, Statistics and Many-Body Theory.Ability to transfer thermo-statistical and solid-state-physicalconcepts inside different fields of physics; model development.Well-founded insights into advanced topics of Quantumstatistics.Cross-linked knowledge of the problems of Solid-State Theory likephonons, electrons in solids, magnetism and superconductivity.

Deepening of knowledge in Theoretical Physics and preparation for

the master thesis in a recent research area.

13 Content

Advanced Statistical Physics

Thermodynamics

Statistical Mechanics

Quantum Statistics

Real Gases and Phase Transitions

Exercises to Advanced Statistical Physics:

Problems in Advanced Statistical Physics

Solid State Theory

From Atoms to Molecules

Crystal structure Lattice vibrations

Electrons in Solids

The Free Electron Gas

Electron-Phonon Interaction

Electron-Electron Interaction

Superconductivity

Magnetism

Exercises to Solid State Theory:

Problems in Solid State Theory


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Advanced Statistical Physics

Callen, H. B.: Thermodynamics and an introduction tothermostatistics, Wiley 1985

Greiner, W., Neise, L., Stcker, H.: Thermodynamics andStatistical Mechanics, Springer 1994

Schwabl, F.: Statistical Mechanics, Springer 2002

Trebin, H.-R., Peters, J.: Thermodynamik und Statistik,Manuscript

Nolting, W.: Statistische Physik, Springer 2002

Solid State Theory

A. Muramatsu, Solid State Theory.

A. H. Castro Neto (AHCN), Introduction to CondensedMatter Physics.

N.W. Ashcroft and N.D. Mermin: Solid State Physics,Sauders College Publishing, 1976.

J.M. Ziman: Principles of the Theory of Solids, Cambridge

University Press, 1972. W. Jones and N.H. March: Theoretical Solid State Physics,

John Wiley, 1973.

A.L. Fetter and J.D. Walecka: Quantum Theory of Many-Particle Systems, McGraw-Hills, 1971.


04920/04921 Solid State Theory:


04924/04925 Advanced Statistical Physics:






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Elective Module As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Elective Module



5 Module duration 2 semesters

6 Cycle annual, normally winter semester




9 Lecturers

Prof. Dr. Bernhard Keimer, Dr. Vladimir Hinkov (Light and Matter I,II)

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stroth (Plasma Physics I und II)

Dr. Michael Dumm (Superconductivity I und II)


Master course PHYSICS,specialisation module, elective, 1. and 2. semester

Two course units (Elective Lecture I and Elective Lecture II) withat least 4.5 credit points each have to be attended. Lectures whichare offered in the elective module can be combined arbitrarily.

In the WS 2008/09 and SS 2009 the following courses are offered:04430/04431 Light and Matter I and II04344/04345 Plasma Physics I and II04394/04396 Superconductivity I and II

04380/04381 Theory of Phase Transitions I and II

11 PrerequisitesExperimental Physics, Theoretical Physics and Mathematics fromthe Bachelor studies.


Cross-linked and well-founded knowledge of a modern field inphysics. To transfer and apply the knowledge accumulated duringthe studies to a specific area.

Openness for recent scientific problems will be stimulated.Advanced, very complicated and complex problems can beevaluated and handled.

Specialisation and preparation for the master thesis in a recentresearch area.

13 Content

see description of the individual courses:Light and Matter I and II;

Plasma Physics I and II;Superconductivity I and II;

Theory of Phase Transitions I and II


see description of the individual courses:Light and Matter I and II ; Plasma Physics I and II;Superconductivity I and II ;

Theory of Phase Transitions I and II


Elective Lecture I: Lecture and exercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture:2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)Elective Lecture II: Lecture and exercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture:2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)

04430/04431 Light and Matter I and II

04344/04345 Plasma Physics I and II04560/04562 Simulation Methods in Physics I and II04394/04396 Superconductivity I and II


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Proficiency certificate (Schein) for Elective Lecture I andElective Lecture II, criteria for obtaining the certificate will beannounced by the lecturer at the beginning of the semester.

17b Examination load (with mark)

Oral examination in Elective Lecture I and Elective Lecture II

respectively, duration 30 min per examination.Grade average of module: average of both examinations.

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Elective Lecture Light and Matter I, II



3 Credit points (CP) 9







9 Lecturers Prof. Dr. B. Keimer, Dr. Vladimir Hinkov



Part of the Elective Module.

Two course units (Elective Lecture Iand Elective Lecture II)with at least 4.5 credit points each have to be attended.Lectures which are offered in the elective module can becombined arbitrarily.

11 PrerequisitesExperimental Physics, Theoretical Physics and Mathematicsfrom the Bachelor studies.


See description of Elective Module for the general intendedlearning outcome

Development of a deeper understanding of the interaction of theinteraction between light and matter in Atomic-, Solid-State-,Plasma- and Astrophysics.

13 Content

Light and Matter I: Introduction, Fundamentals of light-matterinteractions, Applications in atomic physics, Applications insolid-state physics

Light and Matter II: Applications in plasma physics, high-energyphysics, and astrophysics


Basdevant, Rich, Spiro: Fundamentals in Nuclear PhysicsFrom Nuclear Structure to Cosmology (Springer 2005)

Unsld, Baschek: The New Cosmos (Springer 2005)


04430/04431 Light and Matter I (winter semester): Lecture andexercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture: 2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)04430/04431 Light and Matter II (summer semester): Lectureand exercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture: 2 SWS, exercises: 1SWS)

16 Estimation of workloadLight and Matter I:134 h (Contact time: 32 h; self study: 102 h)

Light and Matter II:134 h (Contact time: 32 h; self study: 102 h)


Proficiency certificate (Schein) for Light and Matter I and Lightand Matter II, criteria for obtaining the certificate will beannounced by the lecturer at the beginning of the semester.

17b Examination load (with mark)Oral examination in Elective Lecture I and Elective Lecture IIrespectively, duration 30 min per examination.

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Elective Lecture Plasma Physics I, II1 Module name Elective Module








9 Lecturers Prof. Dr. U. Stroth




Two course units (Elective Lecture Iand Elective Lecture II) withat least 4.5 credit points each have to be attended. Lectures whichare offered in the elective module can be combined arbitrarily.



See description of Elective Module for the general intendedlearning outcome

Imparting of advanced knowledge in experimental Plasma Physics;Learning of the fundamental properties of plasmas.

13 Content

Plasma Physics I: Properties of a plasma and single-particlepicture; The fluid picture of the plasma; The stability of plasmas

Plasma Physics II: Waves in a plasma; Kinetic theory and applica-tions; Transport processes in a plasma; Low-temp. plasmas


Chen, Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion, Plenum Press,New York", 1983

M. Kaufmann, Plasmaphysik und Fusionsforschung. EineEinfhrung, Teubner, 2003

Script of the lecture

15 Course units and teachingmethods

04344/04345 Plasma Physics I (winter semester): Lecture and

exercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture: 2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)04344/04345 Plasma Physics II (summer semester): Lecture andexercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture: 2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)

16 Estimation of workloadPlasma Physics I:134 h (Contact time: 32 h; self study: 102 h)

Plasma Physics II: 134 h (Contact time: 32 h; self study: 102 h)


Proficiency certificate (Schein) for Plasma Physics I and PlasmaPhysics II, criteria for obtaining the certificate will be announced bythe lecturer at the beginning of the semester.


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Elective Lecture Superconductivity I, II



3 Credit points (CP) 9







9 Lecturers Dr. Michael Dumm




Two course units (Elective Lecture Iand Elective Lecture II) withat least 4.5 credit points each have to be attended. Lectures whichare offered in the elective module can be combined arbitrarily.



See description of Elective Module for the general intendedlearning outcome.

Transfer of advanced knowledge in Condensed Matter Physics.

Application of the knowledge that was acquired during studies ofElectrodynamics, Thermodynamics and Quantum Mechanics to thespecial problem of superconductivity. Getting deeper insides intocurrent areas of research.

13 Content

Superconductivity I: Superconducting Materials, Phenomenology

Theoretical Models (London-, Ginzburg-Landau- and BCS Theory),Thermodynamics, Electronic and Magnetic Properties

Quantum Effects, Applications of Superconductivity

Superconductivity II: Superfluidity, UnconventionalSuperconductivity: High-Temperature Superconductivity, OrganicSuperconductivity, Superconductivity and Magnetism;Nanostructured Superconductors and Thin Films, Applications ofUnconventional Superconductors


W. Buckel / R. Kleiner: Superconductivity, VCH Weinheim

M. Tinkham: Introduction to Superconductivity, McGraw-Hill.

J. F. Annett: Superconductivity, Superfluids and Condensates,Oxford University Press.

J. R. Schrieffer: Theory of Superconductivity, Addison-Wesley.

Enss/ Hunklinger: Low-Temperature Physics, Springer-Verlag.

Lynn/Allen: High-Temperature Superconductivity, Springer-Verlag.

Ishiguro/Yamaji/Saito: Organic Superconductors, Springer-Verlag.

15

Course units and teaching

methods

04394/04396 Superconductivity I (winter semester): Lecture andexercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture: 2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)

04394/04396 Superconductivity II (summer semester): Lecture andexercises; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS (Lecture: 2 SWS, exercises: 1 SWS)

16 Estimation of workload Superconductivity I: 134 h (Contact time: 32 h; self study: 102 h)


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Superconductivity II: 134 h (Contact time: 32 h; self study: 102 h)


Proficiency certificate (Schein) for Plasma Physics I and PlasmaPhysics II, criteria for obtaining the certificate will be announced bythe lecturer at the beginning of the semester.


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Advanced Physics Laboratory As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Advanced Physics Laboratory






8 Person in charge of the moduleDr. Bruno Gompf, Studiengang PHYSICSPhone: [email protected]

9 Lecturers Dr. Bruno Gompf, Dr. Kurt Lassmann



11 PrerequisitesExperimental Physics lectures and Physics Laboratory courses fromthe Bachelor studies.


Well-founded knowledge of modern measuring and analysismethods and their application in scientific labs. Processing andanalysis of the recorded data.

Scientific teamwork. Solving experimental problems, questioning theprocedure and searching for alternative paths.

Cross-linked specialised knowledge of the underlying scientificproblem. Interpretation of the results; accurate description ofexperiment and background in a report and its defence in the final

questioning.

13 Content

Preparation, performance and analysis of one- or two-day advancedexperiments from the following areas::

Solid state physics Magnetic resonance phenomena

Nuclear physics

Plasma physics

Optics Quantum physics

The lab course comprises 12 experimental days. The experimentsare selected out of a catalogue about 20 set-ups.

14 Literature/Learning materials Instruction manuals for the experiments and literature listed therein.


04930 Advanced Physics Lab 1 (winter semester):Laboratory; 4,5 CP; 3 SWS04940 Advanced Physics Lab 2 (summer semester):

Laboratory; 7,5 CP; 5 SWS


17aRequirements for successfulcompletion (without mark)

Active participation at the lab course


Final attestation, the mark for the individual experiments consists inequal shares out of:

1. Initial oral questioning (test of the preparatory knowledge)

2. Experimental performance

3. Written report (incl. lab report and analysis) and final oralquestioning.

Weight the individual attestations for the module mark: 1/12 for one-day experiments, 2/12 for two-day experiments, course-


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accompanying examination.

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Seminar As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Seminar







Dr. Michael Dumm, Studiengang PHYSICSPhone: [email protected]

9 LecturersDr. Kurt Lassmann (Seminar in Advanced Physics)

Dr. Michael Dumm (International Studies in Physics)

10Applicability/Assignment to

curriculum

Master course PHYSICS,

deepening module, compulsory, 1. and 2. semester

11 PrerequisitesExperimental Physics and Theoretical Physics courses from theBachelor studies.


The students independently become acquainted by selectedliterature sources with a topic which they present in a talk anddiscuss afterwards.

They have the ability to work systematically and after scientificcriteria on problems which might also be situated outside theirspecific field, they can motivate the topic, communicate the contenteffectively and convincingly, separate complex problems intodifferent aspects and to question them critically.

They can defend their theses in a scientific discussion, learn to dealwith criticism and to question their own approach.

Multidisciplinarity.

13 Content

Seminar in Advanced Physics

Physical topics (selection form a subject area, that is givenby a lecturer)

Comprehensible presentation methods

Application of presentation software

Scientific discussion

International Studies in Physics

Introduction into the M.Sc.studies in Physics in Stuttgart. Presentation of graduate school programs and possibilities

in physics at home and abroad, career opportunities inphysics.

Students present within a talk the terms and conditions andthe systems for studies in their home country or incountries, in which they have already studied (wintersemester).

Students present in a seminar talk scientific papers on thefield of Modern Physics from scientists of their homecountry (summer semester).

14 Literature/Learning materials Will be announced for each topic


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04942 Seminar in Advanced Physics:

Seminar; 3 CP; 3 SWS (2 LP, 2 SWS in the winter semester; 1 CP;1 SWS in the Summer semester)

04944 International Studies in Physics:

Seminar; 3 CP; 4 SWS (1 CP, 2 SWS in the winter semester; 2 CP;2 SWS in the summer semester)



Regular active and documented attendance at the seminar lessons


Seminar in Advanced Physics: normally 2 seminar talks withdiscussion, course-accompanying examination, duration 30 min.each.

International Studies in Physics: seminar talk with discussion,course-accompanying examination, duration ca. 45 min.

Composition of the module grade: average over the two seminarcourses.

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Scientific Specialisation As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Scientific Specialisation




6 Cycle semestral



Prof. Dr. Gnter Mahler, Studiengang PHYSICS

Phone: 685-65101Email: [email protected]

9 Lecturers

Lecturers of the Department of Physics at the Faculty ofMathematics and Physics of the Universitt Stuttgart and of theMax-Planck-Institutes for Solid-State Research and Metals

Research


Master course PHYSICS,master thesis, compulsory; 3. and 4. semester

11 PrerequisitesAt least 51 credit points from the modules of the 1. and 2. semesterof the M.Sc. in Physics course.


Capability to pose a recent scientific question, well-foundedknowledge of experimental or theoretical methods.

Cross-linked and well-grounded knowledge in a modern researcharea in physics. To transfer and apply the skills obtained during thestudies into this field of research, to question these skills critically.

To arouse the students curiosity in further scientific problems.Advanced and very complex problems can be worked on and

solved.

13 Content

Definition of the scientific problem

Getting familiar with the necessary theoretical or experimentalmethods

Working with scientific literature

14 Literature/Learning materials Recent literature on the topic of the scientific problem


Scientific Specialisation:

Guidance to Scientific Work; 15 LP; 10 SWS

16 Estimation of workload 450 h (Contact time: 450 h)


none

17b Examination load (with mark)Proof of substantiated and cross-linked knowledge in the area ofresearch, normally by a seminar talk on a recent topic of the subjectarea with discussion; weight 1,0; 30 45 min

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Practical Skills and Project Planning As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Practical Skills and Project Planning




6 Cycle semestral





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Capability to develop a project schedule as well as its presentationand discussion. To obtain competence in media in the area ofinformation search, the implementation of know-how and projectmanagement.

Complex experimental or theoretical problems can be separatedinto different aspects, questioned critically and evaluated after theirrelevance. Search for alternative solutions.

Effective scientific work and communication in a team. Enforcementof the strategies internally and externally.

13 Content

Methods of project management

Working with scientific literature

Compilation, presentation and discussion of the project plan



Practical Skills and Project Planning:

Guidance to Scientific Work; 15 LP; 10 SWS

16 Estimation of workload 450 h (Contact time: 450 h)


none


Report on the status of the project plan after 6 months; weight 0,5;normally oral, 30 min

Report on the achieved project objectives after 12 months; weight0,5; normally oral, 30 min

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Master Thesis As at: 20.04.2009

1 Module name Master Thesis

2 Identification code 240918303



6 Cycle semestral





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Capability to implement an independently composed projectschedule for the treatment of a recent scientific problem in aninternational research environment.

Effective scientific work in a team, enforcement of strategiesinternally and externally. Acquire the necessary stamina to not bediscouraged by unexpected problems and throwbacks in scientificprojects and to finally be successful by the formulation of alternative

methods of resolution.Multidisciplinarity through contacts with representatives of otherfields like Chemistry, Mathematics, Informatics, etc.

Obtaining the capability to discuss the own results of research inthe environment of the recent international researchcomprehensively and to represent them in written (master thesis)and oral (talk) form.

13 ContentTreatment of a recent scientific problem in an international researchenvironment



methods

Master Thesis:

Guidance to Scientific Work; 30 LP; 20 SWS16 Estimation of workload 900 h (Contact time: 900 h)


none

17b Examination load (with mark)Master thesis with presentation (30 min), weight 1.0, report, max.100 pages

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Documents

Course Handbook PHYSICS09 En