Title of the Course: “Mathematical Techniques and Quantitative Analysis”

Credits:? 4

Instructor:? Dr. K. Furuuchi, Associate Professor, Theory Group

About the Course:

The most fundamental properties of Nature are revealed through meticulous observation well described in the language of mathematics. A deeper understanding and interpretation of natural?processes is achieved through the development of mathematical techniques as well as the application?of appropriate quantitative methods. This course is intended for first and second-year Ph.D. students addressing the most fundamental questions in physics from the perspective of a theorist.?Exceptionally gifted graduate and postgraduate students in related areas of science and engineering?with a strong foundation in mathematics may also apply. Students will have the opportunity to benefit?from guest lectures and seminars by subject specialists throughout the duration of the course. Audit and?‘Pass/Fail’ options are available for eligible candidates.

Eligibility:

Ph.D. students / those pursuing / recently completed a master’s degree in physics or any branch of science/engineering. Knowledge of mathematics at the advanced master’s level is a prerequisite.

Details of the Course:

Start date: Tuesday 13th August 2019? ?

End date:? ?Thursday 28th November 2019 Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:35 am to 12:40 pm

Venue for classes: Lecture Hall-2, Basement Area, “manipal.edu” building Course office hours: Every Monday, 10:30 am to 11:30 am at MCNS, Dr. T M A Pai Planetarium Building

How to apply:? Expressions of interest must be received by email to office.mcns@manipal.edu on or before 15th May 2019. Email must include scanned mark sheets with CGPA and a brief statement of purpose.

Selection: On merit, following a short interview and/or an exam. Eligible candidates will be notified?of the dates of the interview/exam which will be held in June 2019.?There is no registration fee.

Overview of the Course: The course will cover in detail key mathematical and quantitative?techniques used to address fundamental questions in physics. A clear presentation of concepts and?underlying principles will be provided, and their applications demonstrated. With the successful?completion of the course, students will have acquired the skills to effectively use a variety of?mathematical and quantitative methods essential to exploring the most fundamental problems of?contemporary interest in physics and the physical sciences.

Contact Details :

沙巴体育 Centre of Natural Sciences (MCNS), Centre of Excellence, 沙巴体育 Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), 沙巴体育 Tel.no. 0820-2923571.

Email: office.mcns@manipal.edu