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529-0483-00L 4 Credits BSC D-MATH
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Statistical Physics and Computer Simulation

Statistische Physik und Computer Simulation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Philippe Henry Hünenberger, Prof. Dr. Sereina Riniker
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:06:42

Abstract

Principles and applications of statistical mechanics and equilibrium molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo simulation, stochastic dynamics and free energy calculation.Exercises using a MD simulation program to generate ensembles and subsequently calculate ensemble averages.

Objective

Introduction to statistical mechanics with the aid of computer simulation; development of skills to carry out statistical mechanical calculations using computers and interpret the results.

Content

Principles and applications of statistical mechanics and equilibrium molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo simulation, stochastic dynamics and free energy calculation. Exercises using a MD simulation program to generate ensembles and subsequently calculate ensemble averages.

Resources

Literature

will be announced in the course

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
1 A4-Blatt (doppelseitig) mit Zusammenfassung von Hand geschrieben (nicht auf dem PC). Kein anderes Material (Notizen, Bücher, Taschenrechner) ist erlaubt.
Lernelement: Bei erfolgreicher Durchführung des Studentenprojekts und Präsentation der Ergebnisse kann die Gesamtnote additiv um bis zu 0.25 Notenpunkte verbessert werden.Problem statements at the examination (Angabe) are provided both in German and in English.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Statistische Physik und Computer Simulation
Nach Bedarf in Englisch.
  • Tue 13:45-15:30 (HCI J 4)
2 h weekly
exercise Statistische Physik und Computer Simulation
  • Tue 15:45-16:30 (HCI J 4)
1 h weekly

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