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Research School of Physics · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course is intended for advanced study of the theory of nonlinear dynamics and its application. The course covers theory of bifurcations, deterministic chaos, and complex spatio-temporal behaviour in a diverse range of physical systems. The theory is developed in a systematic manner and incorporates analytical methods, qualitative and quantitative analysis, numerical calculations, and various “real-life” examples, ranging from mechanical and biological systems to semiconductor physics and optics. The course therefore has a distinct inter- and intra-disciplinary flavour, allowing the students to tie together and contextualise a number of concepts that they have learned throughout their undergraduate studies.
Two Problem Sets
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Two Assignments
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Problem Solving Activities in Tutorials
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Final Exam (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: • Face-to face component which may consist of 2 x 1 hour lectures per week and 1 x 2 hour tutorial per week. • Approximately 82 hours of self directed study which will include preparation for lectures and other assessment tasks. Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions.
S.H. Strogatz, Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos (E-book from ANU library)