Fundamental physics

As a result of this study course the student acquires basic knowledge about multiphysical modeling, basic steps of problem-solving, verification and analysis of results. The acquired competencies allow to  hoose a physical model suitable for the description of the physical  process, to explain physical processes on the basis of obtained results and to give recommendations for optimization of the physical process.

The aim of the course is to acquaint students with creation of mathematical models for description of complex physical processes and methods for solving the corresponding problems of mathematical physics, using different program tools – both commercial and specialised mathematical modelling programs.

The course focuses on two methods designed for calculation of physical fields: finite element method (FEM) and boundary element method (BEM). Students learn basics of both methods.

Theoretical lectures are complemented by laboratory work sessions, where students acquire practical skills in the use of the appropriate software.

In addition to the theoretical background students acquire numerical aspects of realization of these methods in computer codes.
Open source software „freefem++” and "gmsh" are used as basic tools to learn FEM and BEM.

The aim of the course is to create an insight into high-performance computing in Physics. The tasks of the course are: (1) to overview applications of parallel algorithms in Physics problems, (2) to overview methods of parallel computing, (3) to learn how to use high-performance libraries, (4) to analyse efficiency of parallel algorithms, (5) to gain an experience in using supercomputing centres.