Statistische Physik im Nicht-Gleichgewicht

What it is about

The module covers the theory of non-equilibrium statistical physics. You will learn fundamental equations of motion, methods for their solution, relationships between response and correlation functions, as well as scaling solutions for transport coefficients and far-from-equilibrium spectra. In the end you will be able to apply these concepts and formulate central theorems for time-periodic (Floquet) systems with respect to the quasienergy spectrum.

What you will be able to do

• Master fundamental evolution equations of non-equilibrium thermodynamics
• Outline methods for their solution (e.g. relaxation time approximation)
• Provide definitions of linear response and correlation functions
• Explain connections such as the fluctuation-dissipation theorem and Kramers-Kronig relations
• Present scaling solutions for transport coefficients and far-from-equilibrium spectra
• Formulate fundamental theorems for Floquet systems regarding the quasienergy spectrum

What the module consists of

• VorlesungConveying the theory and methods of non-equilibrium statistical physics

Teaching method

• VorlesungExplanation of the fundamental equations, solution methods and theoretical interrelations