ECE-6174: Computational Plasma Dynamics

Description: Computational techniques for investigating processes in plasmas over a broad range of spatial and temporal scales. Investigation of physical processes including electrodynamics, waves and turbulence, space propulsion, spacecraft environmental effects and various laboratory applications. Computational techniques including full Particle-in-Cell (PIC), hybrid (fluid-electron, PIC ion), magnetohydrodynamics MHD and two-fluid methods.

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Course Hours: 3 credits

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Crosslist: AOE-6174

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