Description and theory of nonlinear wave phenomena in physical systems. In particular generic derivations of the Korteweg de Vries equation and the nonlinear Schrödinger equation. Coupled systems and non-local effects, multiple time-scale techniques, variational methods and parametric processes.
90 credits including Analytical Mechanics and Electrodynamics or equivalent. Proficiency in English and Swedish equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies. Requirements for Swedish only apply if the course is held in Swedish.
Academic credits
Applicants in some programs at Umeå University have guaranteed admission to this course. The number of places for a single course may therefore be limited.
Application code
UMU-53124
Application
The online application opens 16 September 2024 at 13:00 CET.
Application deadline is
15 October 2024. How to apply
Application and tuition fees
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