Plasma Physics
Plasmaphysik
6 CPWinterENno longer offered
Prerequisites
Recommended, as written
Knowledge of the topics of modules • 11107: Mathematics - T1 • 11108: Mathematics - T2 • 11206: Mathematics - T3 • 11468: Theory of Electrical Engineering - Electrostatics • 13304: Structure of Matter: Atoms, Molecules, Solids
Contents
• Definition of the plasma state • Single particle motion in electric and magnetic fields • Stochastic processes in plasmas • Fluid description of plasmas • Waves in plasmas • Kinetic description of plasmas • Plasma boundaries • Applications of plasmas
Learning outcomes
The students know the fundamental physical phenomena in plasmas. They understand basic aspects of the single particle and fluid description of plasmas, as well as basic principles of kinetic plasma theory. The students have gained knowledge of important applications of plasmas, e.g., controlled fusion and materials processing.
Assessment
• oral examination, 45 min.
Literature (3)
- A. Piel, Plasma Physics, Springer
- J.A. Bittencourt, Introduction to Plasma Physics, Springer
- F.F. Chen, Introduction to Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion, Springer
Remarks
• Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physical Specialization with Theoretical Focus“, topic area „Theory, Simulation and further topics“
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 14 Oct 2026Original