M1 - Astrophysics-CCP

The Observational Astrophysics Workshop 1 is an introduction to the observational study (photometry or spectroscopy) of astrophysical objects (stars, nebulae) at M1 level. Students carry out all the steps involved, from planning and carrying out observations at the Faculty of Science's astronomical observatory, to calibrating and analyzing the data obtained. This module is designed as a preparation for the M2 module Observational Astrophysics Workshop 2 (HAP905P).

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In this course, we study the theory of general relativity, i.e. the modern description of universal gravitation. After a few reminders of special relativity, we'll familiarize ourselves with the basic concepts of general relativity, based on a few particular accepted solutions of these equations in well-identified physical contexts: weak field at the Earth's surface, geometry around an isolated spherical star, large-scale universe. This will enable us to generalize our understanding and build the theory, then deduce the field equations, i.e. Einstein's equations. The course will conclude with a discussion of black holes and gravitational waves.

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The aim of this course is to provide basic notions of astronomy and astrophysics, which will be useful in the other astrophysics courses in the Master's program. It also illustrates the application of physics concepts to the description of astrophysical objects. Most of the concepts covered will be developed further in the^2nd year courses.

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Fluids are all around us all the time, on every scale. To understand fluid mechanics is to understand the mechanics of what surrounds us: air and water in particular. As such, hydrodynamics is an essential part of any physicist's background.

EU Hydrodynamics provides an introduction to incompressible perfect (Euler) and viscous Newtonian (Navier-Stokes) fluid mechanics. Classical flows are presented, as well as the notion of boundary layer, instability and turbulence. Emphasis is placed more on physical ideas than on advanced mathematical or numerical resolution methods.

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TD courses in English for students in the Master 1 Physics program, who are aiming for professional autonomy in scientific English.

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This course is part of the foundation of modern physics. It provides a foundation of knowledge that is strictly necessary for all physics courses, since it lays the foundations for the theoretical description of the interaction between the electromagnetic field and elementary quantum elements such as two-level systems, atoms and molecules. It also provides the teaching needed to understand LASER, modern optical devices and spectroscopic methods and analyses.

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The aim of this module is to enable students to compare experimental reality with their theoretical knowledge. Particular attention is paid to writing up results and presenting them orally. Work is organized in eight-hour sessions, for which students choose a theme. They record their results and analyses in an experimental notebook modelled on the protocols used in laboratories. At the end of the semester, students choose a theme, which they develop in the form of a final report that they present orally. This course prepares students for the internships they will undertake during their studies.

Examples of experiments available: optical spectroscopy (IR, Visible), gamma spectroscopy, X-ray spectroscopy, acoustic spectroscopy; low-temperature photoluminescence; near-field spectroscopy (AFM, STM); electron microscopy...

The range of experiments on offer covers the areas of physics taught in the different Physics courses. Students are encouraged to choose the experiments that best match their interests. A major effort is made to integrate new data acquisition technologies and the use of computer tools to compare experiment and theory.

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This UE includes a refresher and a deepening of programming techniques as well as an introduction to numerical physics. We'll start with a review of procedural programming with the Python 3 language. Then we'll take an in-depth look at numerical methods relevant to physics, studying a selection of classical numerical analysis algorithms and applying them to physical problems.

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This course provides an introduction to astroparticle physics (cosmic gas pedals, gamma rays, multi-messengers, experimental techniques, etc.).

The course builds on knowledge acquired in L3 to provide students with a brief introduction to astroparticle physics. After a description of the general context, two examples of gamma-ray astronomy detectors will be detailed, followed by an introduction to the physics of multi-messenger astrophysics (in particular via the detection of gravitational waves). The course then turns to the physics of cosmic rays (CRs), the problems of CR acceleration and propagation, and the hypothesis of Supernova remnants as galactic CR gas pedals (description of the first-order Fermi acceleration mechanism).

The course will conclude with a description of the cosmological challenges of future large-field ground and space surveys (LSST and Euclid in particular).

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The aim of this course is to introduce and develop several fundamental concepts and tools of non-relativistic quantum physics needed to understand the physical processes describing the interactions between the elementary constituents of matter and radiation. It will also cover second quantization and the path integral formulation of quantum mechanics, which provide the ideal framework for the development of quantum field theory and its various applications (e.g. high-energy physics, condensed matter physics).

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Introduction to advanced statistical physics: grand canonical set; quantum statistics; quantum fluids (Bose-Einstein condensation, thermal radiation; Sommerfeld theory); phase transitions; Ising model; mean-field theory; dynamics of complex systems.

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This course is an introduction to the Standard Model of Particle Physics. First, we'll take an inventory of elementary particles and their interactions. Then we'll see how to use Lie group theory to classify these elementary particles. Finally, we'll look at the notion of electromagnetic interactions for charged but spinless particles (scalar electrodynamics theory).

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Fluid mechanics is a fundamental tool for the sciences of the Universe: from the Earth and giant planets to stars, accretion disks and the interstellar medium, it is an essential approach for studying astrophysical objects. The "Fluid Dynamics in Astrophysics and Cosmology" course is an extension of the "Hydrodynamics" course, organized around 3 central themes in astrophysics: rotating fluids, thermal convection and magnetohydrodynamics.

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This 7-week internship (usually from ~ end of April to end of June) (10 ECTS) will give students their first contact with the world of astrophysics, cosmology and particle physics research. Internships at the intersection of these disciplines, more commonly known as "astroparticles", are also offered. Internships may be more theoretical or more experimental, depending on the choices made by students and supervisors.

This internship can be carried out in a research laboratory in France or abroad. Traditionally, however, it takes place in one of the two UMRs at Montpellier 2 University, the Laboratoire Univers et Particules de Montpellier (LUPM, IN2P3) or the Laboratoire Charles Coulomb (L2C, INP).

The internship will enable students to interact with a research team (national and/or international) and begin to discover the research topics they will prefer to develop in their future studies.

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