5.70/10.546/20.465 Statistical Thermodynamics
Fall 2011
Instructor: Jianshu Cao
TA: Laken Top
Lecture: MWF9 (2-147)
Subject Description:
Develops classical equilibrium statistical mechanical concepts for application to chemical physics problems. Basic concepts of ensemble theory formulated on the basis of thermodynamic fluctuations. Examples of applications include Ising models, lattice models of binding, ionic and non-ionic solutions, liquid theory, polymer and protein conformations, phase transition, and pattern formation. Introduces computational techniques with examples of liquid and polymer simulations.
Announcements
Evaluations
This is just a reminder that tomorrow is the last day to complete student evaluations for your classes. Please take a couple of minutes to evaluate 5.70 if you have not done so yet. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!Announced on 15 December 2011 5:46 p.m. by Laken Top
Finals Due!
To avoid any confusion, the finals are due at 5 PM today. Please put them in JIanshu's mailbox or bring them to my office (6-222B) by then. Enjoy your break!Announced on 15 December 2011 7:52 a.m. by Laken Top
More corrections
A few more corrections have been made to the final. Please make sure that you have the correct version. If you have any questions, feel free to email Jianshu or me.Announced on 13 December 2011 4:04 p.m. by Laken Top
Corrections to the Final
A new version of the final has been posted, with corrections to many of the equations and some clarification in the questions. Please make sure you download this updated version. Also, all of the references for the exam have been posted in pdf format under Exams. Good luck!Announced on 09 December 2011 7:29 p.m. by Laken Top
Final Exam Posted
The final has been posted under exams. It will be due next Thursday morning. Prof. Cao will be going over the exam to provide some explanation in class this Friday. Good luck!Announced on 08 December 2011 8:29 a.m. by Laken Top
