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Applications of Computer Simulation in the Natural Sciences I
Einsatz der Computersimulation in den Naturwissenschaften I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:29:45
Abstract
On the basis of simple examples we demonstrate how to solve problems in the natural sciences using a computer. In an introductory lecture course the theoretical foundations and solving methods are explained. In the practical part, various projects on PCs will be performed under guidance.
Content
Einführung in das Betriebssystem UNIX (Linux) und die Programmiersprache Java. In einem ersten Teil wird vor allem auf die Programmiermethodik und -sprache eingegangen. Im zweiten Teil geht es um die Realisierung von einfachen Algorithmen der numerischen Integration; Lösung gewöhnlicher Differentialgleichungen mit Anwendungen aus Biologie, Chemie und Physik; Monte-Carlo-Verfahren; Simulation von stochastischen Vorgängen (Brownsche Bewegung); Neuronale Netzwerke (Mustererkennung), Datenvisualisierung mit Matlab.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , DS , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
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| practical/laboratory course |
Einsatz der Computersimulation in den Naturwissenschaften I, Praktikum mit einführender Vorlesung
**Kurs an der Uni Zürich**
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4 h weekly |
Offered In
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Mathematics, Computational Science and Engineering (Those who want to register for elective courses in the diploma degree programme in Mathematics, should select these from the range of courses of the Master programme in Mathematics. Those who want to register for core subject and elective courses in the diploma degree programme in Physics, should select these from the range of courses of the Master programme in Physics (Core Courses: Theoretical Physics, Core Courses: Experimental Physics, Electives: Physics and Mathematics). The same holds for seminars and semester projects and papers.)
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Physics (Those who want to register for core subject and elective courses in the diploma degree programme, should select these from the range of courses of the Master programme in Physics (Core Courses: Theoretical Physics, Core Courses: Experimental Physics, Electives: Physics and Mathematics). The same holds for seminars and semester projects and papers.)
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