Non-linear physics and synergetics

Course: High Energy Physics

Structural unit: Faculty of Physics

Title
Non-linear physics and synergetics
Code
ОК 16
Module type
Обов’язкова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Second
Year of study when the component is delivered
2018/2019
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
1 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3
Learning outcomes
Know the basic methods of research of nonlinear dynamical systems. Know the properties of self-oscillating systems and the conditions of existence and occurrence of autowaves in nonequilibrium systems. Know the role of stochastic processes on the behavior of dynamical systems. Be able to study the stability of dynamic systems. Be able to apply modern research methods to solve practical problems in nonlinear physics. Acquire skills of independent use and study of literature in nonlinear physics and synergetics.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
1. Know the basic principles of statistical physics, thermodynamics, classical mechanics and physical kinetics. 2. Be able to solve problems in the theory of differential equations in ordinary and partial derivatives, the theory of stability of dynamical systems, quantum mechanics and classical mechanics. 3. Have the skills to search and process specialized literature, solve algebraic and differential equations, work with interactive and multimedia tools, interact with colleagues during training.
Course content
1. Mathematical aspects of nonlinear theory. 2. Static instabilities. 3. Stability of dynamic systems. 4. Self-oscillating processes. 5. Chaos in dynamic systems. 6. The concept of turbulence. 7. Structures in open systems. 8. Nonlinear wave processes. 9. Shock waves. 10. Autowave processes. 11. Elements of the theory of solitons. 12. Nonlinear models in KTP. 13. Classical problems of nonlinear science.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. V.Y. Sugakov. Fundamentals of Synergetics (2001), Kyiv: Oberegy 2. Haken H. Synergetics, 1980 3. Zaslavskyi H.M., Sagdeev R.Z. An Introduction to Nonlinear Physics: From the Pendulum to Turbulence and Chaos, 1988
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures, independent work.
Assessment methods and criteria
Reports, modular control (colloquium), control of homework, test work.
Language of instruction
Ukrainian

Lecturers

This discipline is taught by the following teachers

Alexander Yakimenko
DEPARTMENT OF QUANTUM FIELD THEORY
Faculty of Physics

Departments

The following departments are involved in teaching the above discipline

DEPARTMENT OF QUANTUM FIELD THEORY
Faculty of Physics