Magnetism
Module PH2033
Module version of WS 2015/6
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
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| WS 2022/3 | WS 2021/2 | WS 2020/1 | WS 2019/20 | WS 2018/9 | WS 2017/8 | WS 2016/7 | WS 2015/6 | WS 2014/5 | WS 2010/1 |
Basic Information
PH2033 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Specific catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Specific catalogue of special courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Biophysics
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 60 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2033 in the version of WS 2015/6 was Mathias Weiler.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
This module provides an introduction to the various manifestations of magnetism. After a contextual and historical motivation, it begins with an introduction to the fundamental relations describing quantitatively the response of matter in an externally applied magnetic field. It describes the types of magnetism present in isolated atoms or ions and discusses the influence of the crystallographic environment. Afterwards, magnetism originating from the free electrons in a solid are discussed. Additionally, various coupling mechanisms of magnetic moments, collective effects, magnetic ordering and phase transitions are studied.
Learning Outcome
After participation in the Module the student is able to:
1) Evaluate the response of magnetic materials when applying a magnetic field,
2) Evaluate the magnetic properties of isolated ions and atoms,
3) Understand the influence of a crystallographic environment on ions and atoms,
4) Analyze the magnetic properties of free charge carriers in solids,
5) Understand the various coupling mechanisms between magnetic moments,
6) Understand magnetic ordering and phase transistions, and
7) Analyze the results of experimental data with respect to manifestations of magnetism
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Preconditions
Keine Vorkenntnisse nötig, die über die Zulassungsvoraussetzungen zum Masterstudium hinausgehen.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VU | 3 | Magnetism | Althammer, M. |
Tue, 13:30–15:00 and dates in groups |
eLearning documents |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Vortrag, Beamerpräsentation, Tafelarbeit, Übungen in Einzel- und Gruppenarbeit
Media
Präsentationsunterlagen, Übungsblätter, begleitende Internetseite, ergänzende Literatur
Literature
Textbooks covering the topic magnetism:
- Neil W. Ashcroft & N. David Mermin: Solid State Physics (Harcourt Brace College Publishers, 1976),
- Stephen Blundell: Magnetism in Condensed Matter, (Oxford University Press, 2001),
- Konrad Kopitzki: Einführung in die Festkörperphysik, (Teubner,1993),
- A.H. Morrish: The physical principles of magnetism, (IEEE Press, 2001),
- Robert C. O'Handley: Modern magnetic materials - principles and applications, (Wiley, 2000),
- Nicola Spaldin: Magnetic Materials - Fundamentals and Device Applications (Cambridge University Press, 2003),
- Amikan Aharoni: Introduction to the Theory of Ferromagnetism(Oxford University Press, 2000),
- W. Nolting: Quantentheorie des Magnetismus I+II (Teubner, 1997),
- Kei Yosida: Theory of Magnetism (Springer, 1998)
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In accordance with §12 (8) APSO the exam can be done as a written test. In this case the time duration is 60 minutes.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester.