Course - Polymer Physics - FY8201
Polymer Physics
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About the course
Course content
Introduction to fundamental theory of some physical properties of systems which can be modelled by simple bead-rod-spring polymer models. Classification of polymers. Elementary chain statistics. Deterministic molecular dynamics on atomic level. Polymer solutions in thermodynamic equilibrium. Microfluiddynamics. Polymer solutions in thermodynamic non-equilibrium: Diffusion equations in conformational space, stochastic differential equations and algorithms for Brownian dynamics simulations. Diffusion.
Learning outcome
The student shall attain a fundamental understanding of the theoretical description of some physical properties of systems which can be modelled by simple bead-rod-spring polymer models.
Learning methods and activities
The course is given on demand by contacting the lecturer. Lectures, colloquia, or guided self study, depending on the number of students. Usually oral exam, but written exam can be agreed upon.
Recommended previous knowledge
TFY4230 Statistical Physics, TFY4275 Classical Transport Theory, TFY4310 Molecular Biophysics
Course materials
Parts of lecture notes: "A. Elgsaeter, A. Mikkelsen and S.N. Naess: Nanoparticle and Polymer Physics"
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From |
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DIF4997 | 7.5 sp | |
FY8411 | 4 sp |
Subject areas
- Physical Chemistry
- Physics
- Solid State Physics
- Molecular Biophysics
- Polymer Physics