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| PHYS0089-1 | Mathematical tools of physics
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| Duration : | 30h Th, 30h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Peter Schlagheck |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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| This cours covers:
1. Complex analysis and the residue theorem
2. Fourier and Laplace transforms
3. Ordinary differential equations
4. Hilbert space and orthogonal polynomials
5. Sturm-Liouville equation and spectral theory |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| - completion of the set of mathematical tools used by physicists
- practical solutions of physically relevant problems
- matheticals tools of quantum theory |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| Mathematical analysis
Linear algebra |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| Regular homework (once per week) will have to be done and submitted.
The homework exercises will be corrected, graded, and discussed in the exercise class. |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| Theory course (30h.)
Exercise classes (30h.) |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Evaluation will be done by
- a written exam (3 hours, 90% of the total grade) and
- the homework exercises (10% of the total grade). |
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