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| * During the make-up class, we discussed the interactions in a semi-classical system. We derived the van der Waals equation, and discussed the Mayer cluster expansion. Also, very briefly mentioned the pair distribution function and its implication in semi-classical statistical mechanics. Section 21.2 is the main thing that we did, and it is highly recommended for your careful reading. Also, Sections 21.6 and 21.7 are recommended for your reading.—~-''<<DateTime(2014-05-22T12:57:14-0700)>>''-~ | * Some important logistical matters for the next few days.—~-''<<DateTime(2014-06-06T09:38:36-0700)>>''-~ 1. I am available noon-2 PM everyday until the final exam day. Although you can also catch me whenever I am in my office, the noon-2 PM block is guaranteed. 1. Any work that you submit will be graded and will be available for pickup the next day. 1. You will get immediate access to all solutions to homework, unless you indicated that you are working on supplemental work to submit later. 1. You can pick up your graded homework from my office, today, June 6. 1. No work will be received from you, after June 13. |
Welcome to Physics 219, 2014!
Some important logistical matters for the next few days.—9:38AM, Jun 06, 2014
- I am available noon-2 PM everyday until the final exam day. Although you can also catch me whenever I am in my office, the noon-2 PM block is guaranteed.
- Any work that you submit will be graded and will be available for pickup the next day.
- You will get immediate access to all solutions to homework, unless you indicated that you are working on supplemental work to submit later.
- You can pick up your graded homework from my office, today, June 6.
- No work will be received from you, after June 13.
Welcome to the Graduate Course in Statistical Physics!
In this course, you will learn statistical and thermal physics in-depth. The topics to be covered include fundamental topics of the classical and the quantum equilibrium statistical mechanics, the linear response theory and the renormalization group. You will also practice numerical methods. When properly followed, this course should enable you to gain solid understanding on how the random microscopic motions lead to sure macroscopic phenomena. You should also gain ability to perform basic and advanced statistical physics calculations.