PH687 : Many-Particle Physics

Department

Physics

Academic Program

Master in Physics

Type

Elective

Credits

03

Prerequisite

Overview

This course aims to:

  • Introducing the second quantization and using it in the intensive case
  • Definition of Green's functions at absolute zero
  • To be familiar with the Feynman problem and Dyessen's equations
  • Identify Green's functions at a specific temperature
  • Be able to describe hyperconduction using quantization II and learn about BCS theory

Intended learning outcomes

By studying this course the student will be able to:1- Explain the second quantification.2- Explain the interaction between quantum domains between electrons and the crystal.3- The second quantization is explained in terms of Greene's functions at the temperature of absolute zero,4- Links between the modern theories of the second quantization and the phenomenon of hyperconduction.5- Explain the interactions that occur between quantum domains between multiple particles.6- Green's functions are applied to solve a scientific research question.7- Design a model that describes the quantization phenomenon in the condensed case.8- Deduce indicators that describe the extent to which the theoretical model relates to the experimental reality.

Teaching and learning methods

1- Lectures.

2- Data show Presentation.

3- Assignments.

4- Discussions.

5- Web based search.

Methods of assessments

1- Midterm exam 25%2- Homework 15%3- Discussion of the report and presentation 10%4- Final exam 50%

Course contents

Week Due

exercises

Lectures

contact hours

Topics List

3

-

9

9

Introductory Material Second quantization electron-phonon interaction

3

-

9

9

Green's functions (GF) at zero temperature, Feynman diagrams, Dyson equation

3

-

9

9

Green's functions (GF) at finite temperatures, Matsubara GF, Kubo formula

1

-

3

3

Solvable Models

1

-

3

3

Dc Conductivities

2

-

6

6

Superconductivity, Cooper instability, BCS theory

1

-

3

3

Tunneling, Acoustic attenuation Strong Coupling Theory

Learning Resources

Text Book

Reference's name

publisher

Release

Author

Many-Particle Physics

Plenum Press

2nd

Gerald D. Mahan