Concept

Limite classique

To introduce several advanced topics in quantum physics, including semiclassical approximation, path integral, scattering theory, and relativistic quantum mechanics

PHYS-426: Quantum physics IV

Introduction to the path integral formulation of quantum mechanics. Derivation of the perturbation expansion of Green's functions in terms of Feynman diagrams. Several applications will be presented,

PHYS-202: Analytical mechanics (for SPH)

Présentation des méthodes de la mécanique analytique (équations de Lagrange et de Hamilton) et introduction aux notions de modes normaux et de stabilité.

MSE-423: Fundamentals of solid-state materials

Fundamentals of quantum mechanics as applied to atoms, molecules, and solids. Electronic, optical, and magnetic properties of solids.

MATH-486: Statistical mechanics and Gibbs measures

This course provides a rigorous introduction to the ideas, methods and results of classical statistical mechanics, with an emphasis on presenting the central tools for the probabilistic description of

PHYS-101(f): General physics : mechanics

Le but du cours de physique générale est de donner à l'étudiant les notions de base nécessaires à la compréhension des phénomènes physiques. L'objectif est atteint lorsque l'étudiant est capable de pr

HUM-315: Physics and philosophy in the 20th century

Philosophie de la nature : Physique et philosophie au XXe siècle. Le cours traite les questions philosophiques que la physique soulève, en particulier les grandes théories physiques du XXe siècle, à s

CH-351: Molecular dynamics and Monte-Carlo simulation

Introduction to molecular dynamics and Monte-Carlo simulation methods.

PHYS-720: Quantum Chaos and Black Holes

This class will introduce quantum chaos and it's connection to black holes and quantum gravity. We will first review chaos in classical mechanics, before turning to semi-classical chaos and random mat

PHYS-755: Introduction to topological phases

This course introduces the elementary topological concepts and tools that recently spread from condensed matter physics to various quantum and classical wave systems.