PHSCS 645
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Magnetohydrodynamic Theory of Plasmas
Course Description
Plasma equilibrium and dynamics using magnetohydrodynamic theory with application to fusion and astrophysical plasmas.
When Taught
Contact Department
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Divergence, Gradient, Curl, and Fluids
Learning Outcome
Be able to explain what the gradient, the directional derivative, divergence, and curl mean in fluid dynamics. Also be able to explain how these concepts are involved in cases of simple gas and fluid flow.
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Equilbrium and Stability
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate the ability to use the energy principle to predict whether MHD equilibria are stable or unstable.
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Applications
Learning Outcome
Be able to explain the physical origins and properties of the MHD instabilities and waves that are involved in magnetic fusion plasmas and astrophysical plasmas.
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MHD Equations
Learning Outcome
Be able to write down from memory the ideal MHD equations and be able to explain the physical meaning of the terms in these equations.
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Resistive Instabilities
Learning Outcome
Be able to explain the physical origin of resistive instabilities in non-ideal MHD.
