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402-0869-00L 6 Credits DZ , SHE , MSC D-PHYS

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Qualitative Methods in Physics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Vadim Geshkenbein

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:14:48

Abstract

We will discuss, how qualitative thinking allows to progress in different areas of physics, from classical to quantum mechanics, from phase transitions, to developed turbulence and Anderson localisation.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: DZ , SHE , MSC

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 20 minutes

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Qualitative Methods in Physics oder nach Vereinbarung	Fri 10:45-12:30 (HPP G 3)	2 h weekly
exercise	Qualitative Methods in Physics	By Appointment None-None	1 h weekly

Offered In

Physics MAS SHE (Detailed information on the programme at: )
- Physics as Major Subject
  - Spec. Courses in Respective Subject with Educ. Focus (Major Subject) (MAS SHE in 2 Subjects in One-Step Procedure: no courses from this category have to be completed.)
Physics TC (Detailed information on the programme at: )
- Specialized Courses in Respective Subject with Educational Focus
Physics Master
- Electives
  - Electives: Physics and Mathematics