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629-FS2025-0-Statistical thermodynamics I





Root number 629
Semester FS2025
Type of course Lecture
Allocation to subject Physics
Type of exam not defined
Title Statistical thermodynamics I
Description After briefly recalling the basic notions of mathematical statistics,
the framework of statistical mechanics is introduced. This leads to the
definitions of a partition function, entropy, and temperature. Subsequently
we transfer to the macroscopic picture of thermodynamics. Different
sets of variables and potentials are introduced, and illustrated with
the help of an ideal gas. The general concept of heat engines is
discussed in some detail. The chemical potential and the canonical
as well as the grand canonical ensemble are defined. The formalism is
applied e.g. to the study of phase transitions and statistical fluctuations.
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Lecturers Prof. Dr. Susanne Reffert, Teaching Staff, Faculty of Science ✉
ECTS 4
Recognition as optional course possible Yes
Grading 1 to 6
 
Dates Thursday 14:15-16:00 Weekly
Friday 13:15-14:00 Weekly
 
Rooms Hörraum 119, Exakte Wissenschaften, ExWi
Hörsaal B005, Exakte Wissenschaften, ExWi
Hörsaal B006, Exakte Wissenschaften, ExWi
 
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