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Physics Bachelor | ||||||
Bachelor Studies (Programme Regulations 2016) | ||||||
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First Year Compulsory Courses | ||||||
First Year Examination Block 1 | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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401-1151-00L | Linear Algebra I | O | 7 credits | 4V + 2U | M. Akveld | |
Abstract | Introduction to the theory of vector spaces for mathematicians and physicists: Basics, vector spaces, linear transformations, solutions of systems of equations and matrices, determinants, endomorphisms, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. | |||||
Objective | - Mastering basic concepts of Linear Algebra - Introduction to mathematical methods | |||||
Content | - Basics - Vectorspaces and linear maps - Systems of linear equations and matrices - Determinants - Endomorphisms and eigenvalues | |||||
Literature | - H. Schichl and R. Steinbauer: Einführung in das mathematische Arbeiten. Springer-Verlag 2012. Link: Link - G. Fischer: Lineare Algebra. Springer-Verlag 2014. Link: Link - K. Jänich: Lineare Algebra. Springer-Verlag 2004. Link: Link - S. H. Friedberg, A. J. Insel and L. E. Spence: Linear Algebra. Pearson 2003. Link - R. Pink: Lineare Algebra I und II. Lecture notes. Link: Link | |||||
402-1701-00L | Physics I | O | 7 credits | 4V + 2U | A. Wallraff | |
Abstract | This course gives a first introduction to Physics. The emphasis is on classical mechanics, together with an introduction to thermodynamics. | |||||
Objective | Acquire knowledge of the basic principles regarding the physics of classical mechanics and thermodynamics. Skills in solving physics problems. | |||||
252-0847-00L | Computer Science | O | 5 credits | 2V + 2U | B. Gärtner | |
Abstract | This lecture is an introduction to programming based on the language C++. We cover fundamental types, control statements, functions, arrays, and classes. The concepts will be motivated and illustrated through algorithms and applications. | |||||
Objective | The goal of this lecture is an algorithmically oriented introduction to programming. | |||||
Content | This lecture is an introduction to programming based on the language C++. We cover fundamental types, control statements, functions, arrays, and classes. The concepts will be motivated and illustrated through algorithms and applications. | |||||
Lecture notes | Lecture notes in English and Handouts in German will be distributed electronically along with the course. | |||||
Literature | Andrew Koenig and Barbara E. Moo: Accelerated C++, Addison-Wesley, 2000. Stanley B. Lippman: C++ Primer, 3. Auflage, Addison-Wesley, 1998. Bjarne Stroustrup: The C++ Programming Language, 3. Auflage, Addison-Wesley, 1997. Doina Logofatu: Algorithmen und Problemlösungen mit C++, Vieweg, 2006. Walter Savitch: Problem Solving with C++, Eighth Edition, Pearson, 2012 | |||||
First Year Examination Block 2 | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
401-1261-07L | Analysis I | O | 10 credits | 6V + 3U | M. Einsiedler | |
Abstract | Introduction to the differential and integral calculus in one real variable: fundaments of mathematical thinking, numbers, sequences, basic point set topology, continuity, differentiable functions, ordinary differential equations, Riemann integration. | |||||
Objective | The ability to work with the basics of calculus in a mathematically rigorous way. | |||||
Literature | K. Koenigsberger: Analysis I, Springer-Verlag Link R. Courant: Vorlesungen ueber Differential- und Integralrechnung. Springer Verlag Link V. Zorich: Analysis I. Springer Verlag 2006 Link Chr. Blatter: Analysis. Link Struwe: Analysis I/II, siehe Link H. Heuser: Lehrbuch der Analysis. Teubner Verlag W. Walter: Analysis 1. Springer Verlag O. Forster: Analysis I. Vieweg Verlag J.Appell: Analysis in Beispielen und Gegenbeispielen. Springer Verlag Link Schichl u. Steinbauer, Einführung in das mathematische Arbeiten Link Beutelspacher, Das ist o.B.d.A. trivial Link | |||||
Bachelor Studies (Programme Regulations 2010) | ||||||
First Year Course Units of the first year can be found in section Bachelor Studies (Programme Regulations 2016) - First Year. | ||||||
Compulsory Courses | ||||||
Second Year Compulsory Courses | ||||||
Examination Block I | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
401-2303-00L | Complex Analysis | O | 6 credits | 3V + 2U | R. Pandharipande | |
Abstract | Complex functions of one variable, Cauchy-Riemann equations, Cauchy theorem and integral formula, singularities, residue theorem, index of closed curves, analytic continuation, special functions, conformal mappings, Riemann mapping theorem. | |||||
Objective | Working Knowledge with functions of one complex variables; in particular applications of the residue theorem | |||||
Literature | Th. Gamelin: Complex Analysis. Springer 2001 E. Titchmarsh: The Theory of Functions. Oxford University Press D. Salamon: "Funktionentheorie". Birkhauser, 2011. (In German) L. Ahlfors: "Complex analysis. An introduction to the theory of analytic functions of one complex variable." International Series in Pure and Applied Mathematics. McGraw-Hill Book Co. B. Palka: "An introduction to complex function theory." Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics. Springer-Verlag, 1991. R.Remmert: Theory of Complex Functions. Springer Verlag | |||||
401-2333-00L | Methods of Mathematical Physics I | O | 6 credits | 3V + 2U | C. A. Keller | |
Abstract | Fourier series. Linear partial differential equations of mathematical physics. Fourier transform. Special functions and eigenfunction expansions. Distributions. Selected problems from quantum mechanics. | |||||
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Prerequisites / Notice | Die Einschreibung in die Übungsgruppen erfolgt online. Melden Sie sich im Laufe der ersten Semesterwoche unter echo.ethz.ch mit Ihrem ETH Account an. Der Übungsbetrieb beginnt in der zweiten Semesterwoche. | |||||
402-2883-00L | Physics III | O | 7 credits | 4V + 2U | J. Home | |
Abstract | Introductory course on quantum and atomic physics including optics and statistical physics. | |||||
Objective | A basic introduction to quantum and atomic physics, including basics of optics and equilibrium statistical physics. The course will focus on the relation of these topics to experimental methods and observations. | |||||
Content | Evidence for Quantum Mechanics: atoms, photons, photo-electric effect, Rutherford scattering, Compton scattering, de-Broglie waves. Quantum mechanics: wavefunctions, operators, Schrodinger's equation, infinite and finite square well potentials, harmonic oscillator, hydrogen atoms, spin. Atomic structure: Perturbation to basic structure, including Zeeman effect, spin-orbit coupling, many-electron atoms. X-ray spectra, optical selection rules, emission and absorption of radiation, including lasers. Optics: Fermat's principle, lenses, imaging systems, diffraction, interference, relation between geometrical and wave descriptions, interferometers, spectrometers. Statistical mechanics: probability distributions, micro and macrostates, Boltzmann distribution, ensembles, equipartition theorem, blackbody spectrum, including Planck distribution | |||||
Lecture notes | Lecture notes will be provided electronically during the course. | |||||
Literature | Quantum mechanics/Atomic physics/Molecules: "The Physics of Atoms and Quanta", H. Hakan and H. C. Wolf, ISBN 978-3-642-05871-4 Optics: "Optics", E. Hecht, ISBN 0-321-18878-0 Statistical mechanics: "Statistical Physics", F. Mandl 0-471-91532-7 | |||||
Examination Block II | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
402-2203-01L | Classical Mechanics | O | 7 credits | 4V + 2U | G. M. Graf | |
Abstract | A conceptual introduction to theoretical physics: Newtonian mechanics, central force problem, oscillations, Lagrangian mechanics, symmetries and conservation laws, spinning top, relativistic space-time structure, particles in an electromagnetic field, Hamiltonian mechanics, canonical transformations, integrable systems, Hamilton-Jacobi equation. | |||||
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Third Year Compulsory Courses | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
402-0205-00L | Quantum Mechanics I | O | 10 credits | 3V + 2U | T. K. Gehrmann | |
Abstract | Introduction to non-relativistic single-particle quantum mechanics. In particular, the basic concepts of quantum mechanics, such as the quantisation of classical systems, wave functions and the description of observables as operators on a Hilbert space, and the formulation of symmetries will be discussed. Basic phenomena will be analysed and illustrated by generic examples. | |||||
Objective | Introduction to single-particle quantum mechanics. Familiarity with basic ideas and concepts (quantisation, operator formalism, symmetries, perturbation theory) and generic examples and applications (bound states, tunneling, scattering states, in one- and three-dimensional settings). Ability to solve simple problems. | |||||
Content | Keywords: Schrödinger equation, basic formalism of quantum mechanics (states, operators, commutators, measuring process), symmetries (translations, rotations), quantum mechanics in one dimension, spherically symmetric problems in three dimensions, scattering theory, perturbation theory, variational techniques, spin, addition of angular momenta, relation between QM and classical physics. | |||||
Literature | F. Schwabl: Quantum mechanics J.J. Sakurai: Modern Quantum Mechanics C. Cohen-Tannoudji: Quantum mechanics I | |||||
Core Courses | ||||||
Core Courses in Experimental Physics | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
402-0263-00L | Astrophysics I | W | 10 credits | 3V + 2U | A. Refregier | |
Abstract | This introductory course will develop basic concepts in astrophysics as applied to the understanding of the physics of planets, stars, galaxies, and the Universe. | |||||
Objective | The course provides an overview of fundamental concepts and physical processes in astrophysics with the dual goals of: i) illustrating physical principles through a variety of astrophysical applications; and ii) providing an overview of research topics in astrophysics. | |||||
402-0255-00L | Introduction to Solid State Physics | W | 10 credits | 3V + 2U | K. Ensslin | |
Abstract | The course provides an introduction to solid state physics, covering several topics that are later discussed in more detail in other more specialized lectures. The central topics are: solids and their lattice structures; interatomic bindings; lattice dynamics, electronic properties of insulators, metals, semiconductors, transport properties, magnetism, superconductivity. | |||||
Objective | Introduction to Solid State Physics. | |||||
Content | The course provides an introduction to solid state physics, covering several topics that are later discussed in more detail in other more specialized lectures. The central topics are: solids and their lattice structures; interatomic bindings; lattice dynamics, thermal properties of insulators; metals (classical and quantum mechanical description of electronic states, thermal and transport properties of metals); semiconductors (bandstructure and n/p-type doping); magnetism, superconductivity. | |||||
Lecture notes | A Manuscript is distributed. | |||||
Literature | Ibach & Lüth, Festkörperphysik C. Kittel, Festkörperphysik Ashcroft & Mermin, Festkörperphysik W. Känzig, Kondensierte Materie | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Voraussetzungen: Physik I, II, III wünschenswert | |||||
Core Courses in Theoretical Physics | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
402-0205-00L | Quantum Mechanics I | W | 10 credits | 3V + 2U | T. K. Gehrmann | |
Abstract | Introduction to non-relativistic single-particle quantum mechanics. In particular, the basic concepts of quantum mechanics, such as the quantisation of classical systems, wave functions and the description of observables as operators on a Hilbert space, and the formulation of symmetries will be discussed. Basic phenomena will be analysed and illustrated by generic examples. | |||||
Objective | Introduction to single-particle quantum mechanics. Familiarity with basic ideas and concepts (quantisation, operator formalism, symmetries, perturbation theory) and generic examples and applications (bound states, tunneling, scattering states, in one- and three-dimensional settings). Ability to solve simple problems. | |||||
Content | Keywords: Schrödinger equation, basic formalism of quantum mechanics (states, operators, commutators, measuring process), symmetries (translations, rotations), quantum mechanics in one dimension, spherically symmetric problems in three dimensions, scattering theory, perturbation theory, variational techniques, spin, addition of angular momenta, relation between QM and classical physics. | |||||
Literature | F. Schwabl: Quantum mechanics J.J. Sakurai: Modern Quantum Mechanics C. Cohen-Tannoudji: Quantum mechanics I | |||||
Practical Courses | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
402-0000-01L | Physics Lab I | O | 4 credits | 1V + 4P | A. Biland, M. Doebeli, M. Kroner, S. P. Quanz | |
Abstract | Introductory lab course in experimental physics with accompanying lecture | |||||
Objective | Übergeordnetes Thema des Praktikums und der Vorlesung ist die Auseinandersetzung mit den grundlegenden Herausforderungen eines physikalischen Experimentes. Am Beispiel einfacher experimenteller Aufbauten und Aufgaben stehen vor allem folgende Gesichtspunkte im Vordergrund: - Motivation und Herangehensweise in der Experimentalphysik - Praktischer Aufbau von Experimenten und grundlegende Kenntnisse von Messmethoden und Instrumenten - Einführung in relevante statistische Methoden der Datenauswertung und Fehleranalyse - Kritische Beurteilung und Interpretation der Beobachtungen und Ergebnisse - Darstellen und Kommunizieren der Ergebnisse mit Graphiken und Text - Ethische Aspekte der experimentellen Forschung und wissenschaftlicher Kommunikation | |||||
Content | Versuche zu Themen aus den Bereichen der Mechanik, Optik, Wärme, Elektrizität und Kernphysik mit begleitender Vorlesung zur Vertiefung des Verständnisses der Datenanalyse und Interpretation | |||||
Lecture notes | Anleitung zum Physikalischen Praktikum; Vorlesungsskript | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Aus einer Liste von 33 Versuchen müssen 9 Versuche in Zweiergruppen durchgeführt werden. Am ersten Termin findet nur eine dreistündige Einführungsveranstaltung im Hörsaal statt und es werden noch keine Experimente durchgeführt. | |||||
402-0241-00L | Advanced Physics Laboratory I IMPORTANT: You may not enrol repeatedly in the course of the Bachelor programme. | O | 9 credits | 18P | C. Grab, T. M. Ihn | |
Abstract | This laboratory course provides basic training of experimental skills. These are experimental design, implementation, measurement, data analysis and interpretation, as well as error analysis. Written manuals for the individual experiments are available. | |||||
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402-0240-00L | Advanced Physics Laboratory II Prerequiste: "Advanced Physics Laboratory I" completed. Before enroling in "Advanced Physics Laboratory II", please enrol in "Advanced Physics Laboratory I". Enrol at most once in the course of the Bachelor programme! | W | 9 credits | 18P | C. Grab, T. M. Ihn | |
Abstract | This laboratory course provides basic experimental skill training for performing physics experiments, including: Implementation of physics experiments using an instruction manual. Planning, designing, realizing, analyzing, and interpreting experiments. Estimating measurement precision. | |||||
Objective | Students should learn how to perform a bit more complex experiments, analyze the data and interpret the results. | |||||
Proseminars, Experimental and Theoretical Semester Papers To organise a semester project take contact with one of the instructors. Not all lecturers are directly eligible in myStudies if "Professors" is the required type of lecturers. In such cases please take contact with the Study Administration (Link). | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
402-0210-96L | Proseminar Theoretical Physics: Solitons and Instantons in Condensed Matter Number of participants limited to 24. | W | 9 credits | 4S | V. Geshkenbein | |
Abstract | A guided self-study of original papers and of advanced textbooks in theoretical physics. Within the general topic, determined each semester, participants give a presentation on a particular subject and deliver a written report. | |||||
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402-0217-BSL | Theoretical Semester Project in a Group of the Physics Department Supervisors: C. Anastasiou, N. Beisert, G. Blatter, P. De Forcrand, M. Gaberdiel, A. Gehrmann-De Ridder, V. Geshkenbein, G. M. Graf, S. Huber, A. Lazopoulos, R. Renner, T. C. Schulthess, M. Sigrist, M. Troyer, O. Zilberberg | W | 9 credits | 18A | Supervisors | |
Abstract | This course unit is an alternative if no suitable "Proseminar Theoretical Physics" is available of if the proseminar is already overbooked. | |||||
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Prerequisites / Notice | Die Leistungskontrolle erfolgt aufgrund eines oder mehrerer schriftlicher Berichte bzw. einer schriftlichen Arbeit. Vorträge können ein zusätzlicher Bestandteil der Leistungskontrolle sein. |
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