Search result: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2015
Physics Master | ||||||
Seminars, Colloquia, and Additional Courses | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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402-0501-00L | Solid State Physics | E- | 0 credits | 1S | B. Batlogg, G. Blatter, C. Degen, K. Ensslin, D. Pescia, M. Sigrist, M. Troyer, A. Wallraff, A. Zheludev | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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402-0551-00L | Laser Seminar | E- | 0 credits | 1S | T. Esslinger, J. Home, A. Imamoglu, U. Keller, F. Merkt, H. J. Wörner | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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402-0600-00L | Nuclear and Particle Physics with Applications | E- | 0 credits | 2S | A. Rubbia, G. Dissertori, C. Grab, K. S. Kirch, F. Pauss, R. Wallny | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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402-0700-00L | Seminar in Elementary Particle Physics | E- | 0 credits | 1S | M. Spira | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
Objective | Stay informed about current research results in elementary particle physics. | |||||
402-0746-00L | Seminar: Particle and Astrophysics | E- | 0 credits | 2S | C. Grab, P. Jetzer, University lecturers | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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Content | In Seminarvorträgen werden aktuelle Fragestellungen aus der Teilchenphysik vom theoretischen und experimentellen Standpunkt aus diskutiert. Besonders wichtig erscheint uns der Bezug zu den eigenen Forschungsmöglichkeiten am PSI, CERN und DESY. | |||||
402-0893-00L | Particle Physics Seminar | E- | 0 credits | 1S | C. Anastasiou, T. K. Gehrmann | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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Prerequisites / Notice | Occasionally, talks may be delivered in German. | |||||
402-0530-00L | Mesoscopic Systems | E- | 0 credits | 1S | T. M. Ihn | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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402-0620-00L | Current Topics in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Their Applications | E- | 0 credits | 1S | M. Christl, S. Willett | |
Abstract | The seminar is aimed at all students who, during their studies, are confronted with age determination methods based on long-living radionuclides found in nature. Basic methodology, the latest developments, and special examples from a wide range of applications will be discussed. | |||||
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227-0980-00L | Seminar on Biomedical Magnetic Resonance | E- | 0 credits | 2K | K. P. Prüssmann, S. Kozerke, M. Rudin | |
Abstract | Actuel developments and problems of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) | |||||
Objective | Getting insight to advanced topics in Magnetic Resonance Imaging | |||||
402-0369-00L | Research Colloquium in Astrophysics | E- | 0 credits | 1K | M. Carollo, S. Lilly, M. R. Meyer, A. Refregier, K. Schawinski, H. M. Schmid | |
Abstract | During the semester there is a colloquium every week on actual research by the members of the Institute of Astrophysics. In general, colloquia are 20 minutes excluding discussion. They start with a general introduction, review techniques and methods of general interest and present results. The goal is to inform all members of the institute about current work. | |||||
Objective | A colloquium is a combination of a 10 minute conference paper preceded by a 10 minute widely understandable introduction. The discussion is limited to 10 minutes, but may continue privately. The research colloquia are announced in the ETH Vorlesungsverzeichnis, but are not publicized in the Wochenbulletin of the Department of Physics. All colloquia are given in English. | |||||
402-0356-00L | Astrophysics Seminar | E- | 0 credits | 2S | M. Carollo, S. Lilly, M. R. Meyer, A. Refregier, K. Schawinski, H. M. Schmid | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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402-0396-00L | Recent Research Highlights in Astrophysics | E- | 0 credits | 1S | P. Jetzer, G. Lake, B. Moore, J. Stadel | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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401-5330-00L | Talks in Mathematical Physics | E- | 0 credits | 1K | A. Cattaneo, G. Felder, M. Gaberdiel, G. M. Graf, H. Knörrer, T. H. Willwacher, University lecturers | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | |||||
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Content | Forschungsseminar mit wechselnden Themen aus dem Gebiet der mathematischen Physik. | |||||
227-1043-00L | Neuroinformatics - Colloquia | E- | 0 credits | 1K | S.‑C. Liu, R. Hahnloser, V. Mante, K. A. Martin | |
Abstract | The colloquium in Neuroinformatics is a series of lectures given by invited experts. The lecture topics reflect the current themes in neurobiology and neuromorphic engineering that are relevant for our Institute. | |||||
Objective | The goal of these talks is to provide insight into recent research results. The talks are not meant for the general public, but really aimed at specialists in the field. | |||||
Content | The topics depend heavily on the invited speakers, and thus change from week to week. All topics concern neural computation and their implementation in biological or artificial systems. | |||||
227-1044-00L | Auditory Informatics (University of Zurich) No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH. UZH Module Code: INI413 Mind the enrolment deadlines at UZH: Link | E- | 2 credits | 1S | R. Stoop | |
Abstract | Invited talks on current research from the following areas: Auditory information processing, auditory sensors (biological and electrical), coding of information, perception, scene-segmentation. | |||||
Objective | Exchange with researchers in the domain of auditory informatics. Preparing and giving a presentation on a suitable topic in front of a scientific audience. | |||||
Content | The semester program is available from: Link | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | On request the "Lehrsprache" may be changed to German. | |||||
Course Units for Additional Admission Requirements The courses below are only available for MSc students with additional admission requirements. | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
406-0204-AAL | Electrodynamics Enrolment only for MSc students who need this course as additional requirement. | E- | 7 credits | 15R | C. Anastasiou | |
Abstract | Derivation and discussion of Maxwell's equations, from the static limit to the full dynamical case. Wave equation, waveguides, cavities. Generation of electromagnetic radiation, scattering and diffraction of light. Structure of Maxwell's equations, relativity theory and covariance, Lagrangian formulation. Dynamics of relativistic particles in the presence of fields and radiation properties. | |||||
Objective | Develop a physical understanding for static and dynamic phenomena related to (moving) charged objects and understand the structure of the classical field theory of electrodynamics (transverse versus longitudinal physics, invariances (Lorentz-, gauge-)). Appreciate the interrelation between electric, magnetic, and optical phenomena and the influence of media. Understand a set of classic electrodynamical phenomena and develop the ability to solve simple problems independently. Apply previously learned mathematical concepts (vector analysis, complete systems of functions, Green's functions, co- and contravariant coordinates, etc.). Prepare for quantum mechanics (eigenvalue problems, wave guides and cavities). | |||||
Content | Classical field theory of electrodynamics: Derivation and discussion of Maxwell equations, starting from the static limit (electrostatics, magnetostatics, boundary value problems) in the vacuum and in media and subsequent generalization to the full dynamical case (Faraday's law, Ampere/Maxwell law; potentials and gauge invariance). Wave equation and solutions in full space, half-space (Snell's law), waveguides, cavities, generation of electromagnetic radiation, scattering and diffraction of light (optics). Application to various specific examples. Discussion of the structure of Maxwell's equations, Lorentz invariance, relativity theory and covariance, Lagrangian formulation. Dynamics of relativistic particles in the presence of fields and their radiation properties (synchrotron). | |||||
Literature | J.D. Jackson, Classical Electrodynamics W.K.H Panovsky and M. Phillis, Classical electricity and magnetism L.D. Landau, E.M. Lifshitz, and L.P. Pitaevskii, Electrodynamics of continuus media A. Sommerfeld, Elektrodynamik, Optik (Vorlesungen über theoretische Physik) M. Born and E. Wolf, Principles of optics R. Feynman, R. Leighton, and M. Sands, The Feynman Lectures of Physics, Vol II | |||||
406-0663-AAL | Numerical Methods for CSE Enrolment only for MSc students who need this course as additional requirement. | E- | 7 credits | 15R | P. Arbenz | |
Abstract | Introduction into fundamental techniques and algorithms of numerical mathematics which play a central role in numerical simulations in science and technology. | |||||
Objective | * Knowledge of the fundamental algorithms in numerical mathematics * Knowledge of the essential terms in numerical mathematics and the techniques used for the analysis of numerical algorithms * Ability to choose the appropriate numerical method for concrete problems * Ability to interpret numerical results * Ability to implement numerical algorithms afficiently | |||||
Content | 1. Direct Methods for linear systems of equations 2. Interpolation 3. Iterative Methods for non-linear systems of equations 4. Krylov methods for linear systems of equations 5. Eigensolvers 6. Least Squares Techniques 7. Filtering Algorithms 8. Approximation of Functions 9. Numerical Quadrature 10. Clustering Techniques 11. Single Step Methods for ODEs 12. Stiff Integrators 13. Structure Preserving Integrators | |||||
Literature | W. Dahmen, A. Reusken "Numerik für Ingenieure und Naturwissenschaftler", Springer 2006. M. Hanke-Bourgeois "Grundlagen der Numerischen Mathematik und des wissenschaftlichen Rechnens", BG Teubner, 2002 C. Moler, Numerical computing with MATLAB, SIAM, 2004 P. Deuflhard and A. Hohmann, "Numerische Mathematik I", DeGruyter, 2002 | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | A course covering the material is taught in German every autumn term (course unit 401-0663-00L). Exercises and examination are available in English. |
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