Teacher(s)
Language
English
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Main themes
Presentation of nanoscopic scale simulation techniques, based on molecular dynamics, tight-binding and density-functional theory. Considerations related to the speed of execution, numerical accuracy, generality of the techniques, an their intrinsic limitations. Realization of a numerical simulation project of a material. Oral and written presentation of this project and the results, including a critical analysis.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
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Contribution of the course to the program objectives Axis Nº1 :1.1, 1.2, 1.3 Axis Nº3 : 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 Axis Nº4 : 4.1 Axis Nº5 : 5.3, 5.4, 5.5 et 5.6 Axis Nº6 : 6.1, 6.4 Specific learning outcomes of the course At the end of their classes, the students are expected to be able:
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Content
In the first part of the course, the lectures, that present the techniques for atomistic and nanoscopic simulations, alternate with training sessions (working on computers), under the supervision of tutors. Some of these exercice sessions are based on tutorials available on the Web.
In the second part of the course, students choose and complete a project (individually or in groups of two):
In the second part of the course, students choose and complete a project (individually or in groups of two):
- They select a topic of study, and discuss its relevance in a plenary session (at which time a tutor is appointed for their personal coaching);
- They study this subject, with regular consultation of their tutor;
- They present the preliminary results at a plenary session;
- They then prepare a preliminary report, which is discussed with the teachers during a formative evaluation;
- Finally, they submit the report, and defend it in the final certificative evaluation.
Teaching methods
Ex cathedra lectures, training sessions with computers, project-based learning, interviews (formative and certificative) with tutors and teachers.
Evaluation methods
Writing of a report ; oral presentation ; personalized discussion with the teachers.
Other information
For this lecture, it is assumed that the students have already acquired the basic concepts of materials sciences, quantum physics, statistical physics, and materials physics, taught in bac 2 and in bac 3 (for example, in the lectures LMAPR1805, LMAPR1491, and LMAPR1492), as well as basic notions of computer programming (for example, in the lecture LEPL1401) and of usage of a PC.
Online resources
Bibliography
Disponibles sur Moodle : les directives, les transparents de support.
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