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| Detailed information |
| Original study plan |
Master's programme Physics 2025W |
| Learning Outcomes |
Competences |
| Upon successful completion of the course, students are able to integrate and apply advanced knowledge in the broader area of superconductivity and low temperature physics, focusing on the topics listed below. They can critically assess experimental methods and theoretical concepts used in this field. They demonstrate the ability to evaluate complex scientific information and to synthesize insights from current research. They are able to connect experimental approaches to practical applications in this field.
This lecture is methodologically complemented by the practical course Superconductivity and Low Temperature Physics.
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| Skills |
Knowledge |
Upon completing the course, students will possess the following skills. They are able to
- explain and summarize specific topics within the area of superconductivity and low temperature physics, demonstrating a clear understanding of key concepts and recent developments (k2);
- explain and evaluate the experimental and theoretical approaches within this area (k2/k3);
- critically engage with current research topics and (technical) applications, connecting them to the scientific fundamentals in this area (k4/k5);
- assess the relevance of superconductivity and superconducting materials in modern and emerging technologies and applications, providing critical insights into its potential impacts (k5).
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During the course, students will acquire knowledge in the following areas and concepts of superconductivity and low temperature physics:
- relevance of the topic/subject;
- cryogenics: methods for the cooling to low and ultralow temperature;
- introduction to superconductivity and phenomenology;
- macroscopic models (London, Ginzburg-Landau);
- microscopic theory of superconductivity in low-Tc materials;
- magnetic properties and tunneling effects in superconductors;
- structure and properties of high-Tc superconductors;
- preparation of high-Tc superconductors (ceramics, thin films);
- applications of superconducting materials and devices;
- hot topics: superconducting nano-materials and electronics,…
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| Criteria for evaluation |
Evaluation criteria will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
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| Methods |
The course consists of lectures, covering an introduction to low temperature physics, the fundamentals of superconductivity (phenomena, models/theory), classes of relevant materials, and on various applications of superconducting materials and devices.
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| Language |
English |
| Study material |
Lecture notes will be distributed for each lecture unit.
Christian Enss, Siegfried Hunklinger: Tieftemperaturphysik.
Springer-Verlag, Berlin Heidelberg 2000, ISBN 3540676740
H. Rogalla, P.H. Kes (Eds.): “100 Years of Superconductivity”, CRC Press, 2012
W. Buckel: “Supraleitung”, Wiley-VCH 2004
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| Changing subject? |
No |
| Earlier variants |
They also cover the requirements of the curriculum (from - to)
TPMWTVOSLTT: VO Superconductivity and low temperature physics (2010S-2023S)
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