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Particle Accelerator Physics and Modeling I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:35:47
Abstract
This is the first of two courses, introducing particle accelerators from a theoretical point of view and covers state-of-the-art modelling techniques.
Objective
You understand the building blocks of particle accelerators. Modern analysis tools allows you to model state-of-the-art particle accelerators. In some of the exercises you will be confronted with next generation machines. We will develop a Python simulation tool (pyAcceLEGOrator) that reflects the theory from the lecture.
Content
Here is the rough plan of the topics, however the actual pace may vary relative to this plan. - Recap of Relativistic Classical Mechanics and Electrodynamics - Building Blocks of Particle Accelerators - Lie Algebraic Structure of Classical Mechanics and Application to Particle Accelerators - Symplectic Maps & Analysis of Maps - Symplectic Particle Tracking - Collective Effects - Linear & Circular Accelerators
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture | Particle Accelerator Physics and Modeling I |
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2 h weekly |
| exercise | Particle Accelerator Physics and Modeling I |
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1 h weekly |
Offered In
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Physics (For the field of specialization `Physics' basic knowledge in quantum mechanics is required.)
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