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11282-01 - Lecture: Thermodynamik und statistische Mechanik (4 CP)
| Semester | spring semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Every spring sem. |
| Lecturers | Stefan Goedecker (stefan.goedecker@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | Probability Theory Thermodynamic functions Statistical physics based on trajectories Microcanonical ensemble Canonical ensemble Vibrational free energies Ideal gases Maxwell relations Chemical equilibrium Phase transitions Monte Carlo methods Ising model Catalysis Quantum statistics Electro-chemistry Black body radiation Various simulation methods |
| Bibliography | Dill and Bromberg: Molecular Driving Forces M. Tuckermann: Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Molecular Simulation J. P. Sethna: Entropy, Order Parameters and Complexity D. Chandler: Introduction to Modern Statistical Mechanics E. S. Velasco: Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics |
| Weblink | https://comphys.physik.unibas.ch/en/teac |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Course auditors welcome |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Wednesday | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| wöchentlich | Thursday | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 18.02.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 19.02.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 25.02.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Fasnachtsferien |
| Thursday 26.02.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Fasnachtsferien |
| Wednesday 04.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 05.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 11.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 12.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 18.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 19.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 25.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 26.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 01.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 02.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Ostern |
| Wednesday 08.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 09.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 15.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 16.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 22.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 23.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 29.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 30.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 06.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 07.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 13.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 14.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Auffahrt |
| Wednesday 20.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 21.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Wednesday 27.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Thursday 28.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Neuer Hörsaal 1, Foyer EG |
| Modules |
Modul: Computational Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Computational Sciences) Modul: Computational Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Computational Sciences) Modul: Computational Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Computational Sciences) Modul: Computational Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Computational Sciences) Modul: Computational Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Computational Sciences) Modul: Theoretische Physik (Master's degree subject: Physics) Module: Computational Physics (Bachelor's Studies: Computational Sciences (Start of studies before 01.08.2023)) Module: Theoretical Physics I (Bachelor's Studies: Physics) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | oral exam |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Departement Physik |