FYS9620 - An introduction to plasma physics
Course content
Basic principles of waves in plasma. Stability analysis of the equilibrium solutions of the equations. Nonlinear wave-forms for weakly as well as strongly dispersive waves. Examples are taken from phenomena in the ionosphere and magnetosphere.
Learning outcome
To get a profound understanding of theoretical plasma physics at a master and Ph.D. level.
Admission
PhD candidates from the University of Oslo should apply for classes and register for examinations through Studentweb.
If a course has limited intake capacity, priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included. Some national researchers’ schools may have specific rules for ranking applicants for courses with limited intake capacity.
PhD candidates who have been admitted to another higher education institution must apply for a position as a visiting student within a given deadline.
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Formal prerequisite knowledge
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Overlapping courses
10 credits overlap against FYS360.
10 credits with FYS4620 - An introduction to plasma physics
Teaching
The course extends over a full semester with 3-4 hours of teaching per week (lectures and colloquia).
Access to teaching
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Final oral exam.
Examination support material
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