PHYS 362 - Plasma Physics

Institution:

Wheaton College - Massachusetts

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to plasma physics including definition of a plasma, single particle and guiding center motions, fluid descriptions, waves, instabilities, and applications of plasma physics in space and astrophysics, controlled thermonuclear fusion, and industry. Corequisite: PHYS 342. Alternate years. (2 credits)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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