11924 - Plasma Physics Modulübersicht

Module Number: 11924 - module is no longer offered from SS 2022
Module Title:Plasma Physics
  Plasmaphysik
Department: Faculty 1 - Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Mussenbrock, Thomas
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every winter semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:The students know the fundamental physical phenomena in plasmas. They understand basic aspects of the single particle and fluid description of plasmas, as well as basic principles of kinetic plasma theory. The students have gained knowledge of important applications of plasmas, e.g., controlled fusion and materials processing.
Contents:
  • Definition of the plasma state
  • Single particle motion in electric and magnetic fields
  • Stochastic processes in plasmas
  • Fluid description of plasmas
  • Waves in plasmas
  • Kinetic description of plasmas
  • Plasma boundaries
  • Applications of plasmas
Recommended Prerequisites:Knowledge of the topics of modules
  • 11107: Mathematics - T1
  • 11108: Mathematics - T2
  • 11206: Mathematics - T3
  • 11468: Theory of Electrical Engineering - Electrostatics
  • 13304: Structure of Matter: Atoms, Molecules, Solids
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Lecture / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Exercise / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:
  • A. Piel, Plasma Physics, Springer
  • J.A. Bittencourt, Introduction to Plasma Physics, Springer
  • F.F. Chen, Introduction to Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion, Springer
Module Examination:Final Module Examination (MAP)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:
  • oral examination, 45 min.
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:None
Part of the Study Programme:
  • no assignment
Remarks:
  • Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physical Specialization with Theoretical Focus“, topic area „Theory, Simulation and further topics“
Module Components:
  • Plasma Physics - lecture
  • Plasma Physics - exercise
  • Plasma Physics - exams
Components to be offered in the Current Semester:
  • no assignment