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Phase transitions and critical phenomena

Phasenübergänge: eine Einführung

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Danilo Pescia, Prof. Dr. Andreas Vaterlaus
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:44

Abstract

This lecture will treat key subjects related to phase transitions and critical phenomena, in particular in low dimensional systems, where the Landau theory and the renormalization group must be amended to include topological aspects.The method of lecturing will be one where the practical aspects of the variuos theoretical approaches will play a more important role that the formal treatment.

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General Information

Language
German
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Phasenübergänge: eine Einführung
  • Mon 15:45-17:30 (HPT B 71)
2 h weekly
exercise Phasenübergänge: eine Einführung
  • Mon 17:45-18:30 (HPT B 71)
1 h weekly

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