UE4 Disordered systems S0 SM2NLP

Objectives: Introduction to the theory of complex condensed matter systems.
Organization: CM: 15 h, TD: 10 h.
Necessary background: quantum mechanics, statistical physics
Topics of the course: Random field, random potential, spin glasses, non-ergodic behavior. Localization, density of states, spread and localized states, Anderson model, one-dimensional gas. Disordered elastic systems, correlation functions, vortex lattice in superconductors. Frustrated spin systems.
Skills to be achieved:
Understanding the basic principles of description of disordered systems.
Grading plan:
Session 1: Written exam (ET) : 100%
Session 2: Written exam (ET) : 100%