Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand the fundamentals
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of physics and of the role of models and theories.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of mathematics suitable for the study of physics, and be able to use this mathematics in applications in the field of physics
• Undertake further study having already acquired and enhanced the necessary learning skills
• Provide clear and accurate information
• Communicate complex information to a qualified scientific partner
• Have a rigorous scientific approach
• Solve simple problems in the context of physics by identifying their basic aspects and by using both appropriate theoretical and experimental methods

Learning Outcomes of UE

The general objective of this course is to understand and describe the macroscopic properties of matter starting from the laws describing its microscopic constituents (atoms, molecules).

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

This unit consists of a learning activity called statistical physics which consists of theorectical classes and exercice classes. The program will consist of: foundations of Statistical Physics; equilibrium statistical ensembles (microcanonical, canonical, grand-canonical); the concept of entropy; ideal gases of atoms and molecules; ideal quantum gases of bosons and fermions; introduction to phase transitions and irreversible processes.

Prior Experience

Not applicable.