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Phase transitions and critical phenomena
Phasenübergänge: eine Einführung
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:27
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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Lecture Notes
A mansucript of the lectures exists.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
Phasenübergänge: eine Einführung
Does not take place this semester.
|
No time listed | 2 h weekly |
| exercise |
Phasenübergänge: eine Einführung
Does not take place this semester.
|
No time listed | 1 h weekly |