Principles of Superconductivity
Grundlagen der Supraleitung
6 CPSummerEN
Prerequisites
Recommended, as written
• Knowledge of solid state physics and theoretical physics at bachelor level.
Contents
• Experimental and theoretical foundations of superconductivity, phenomenological description: London and Ginzburg-Landau theories, Superconductors in a magnetic field, Josephson effects. • Microscopic description: pairing mechanism, Cooper problem, BCS theory, tunneling effects. • New developments: high Tc superconductivity.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing the module, students have acquired basic knowledge in the physics of superconductivity with regard to theoretical and phenomenological aspects. They understand the connection between basic and applied science and know methods of attaining new perceptions. Additionally the module supports presentation skills and further competences as accurateness, endurance and curiosity.
Assessment
Prerequisite: • Successful completion of exercise assignments Final module examination: • Oral examination, 30-45 min.
Literature (4)
- W. Buckel, R. Kleiner: Superconductivity: Fundamentals and Applications
- M. Thinkam, Introduction to Superconductivity, Krieger Publishing
- D. Gennes, Superconductivity of Metals and Alloys, Addison Wesley
- J. R. Shrieffer, Theory of Superconductivity, Addison Wesley
Remarks
• Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in the complexes „Physical Specialization with Theoretical Focus“ and „Physical Specialization with Experimental Focus“, topic area „Condensed Matter Physics“
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 29 Sep 2026Original