| Number of credits | 10 |
| Course offered (semester) | Occasionally |
| Schedule | Schedule |
| Reading list | Reading list |
Language of Instruction
English if English-speaking students attend the seminars, otherwise Norwegian
Learning Outcomes
To prepare students in applied mathematics (and physics) for graduate work where knowledge of plasma dynamics is essential.
Course offered (semester)
Occasionally
Language of Instruction
English if English-speaking students attend the seminars, otherwise Norwegian
Aim and Content
Theory of ionized gases (plasmas) in electric and magnetic fields, including particle trajectories, statistical mechanics, kinetic theory, continuum theory and wave propagation. Some applications to space plasmas.
Learning Outcomes
To prepare students in applied mathematics (and physics) for graduate work where knowledge of plasma dynamics is essential.
Recommended previous knowledge
MAT252 (or PHYS205), PHYS111, PHYS112
Assessment methods
Oral examination
Grading Scale
The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.