Density Functional Theory
About this course
The aim of this course is to give a thorough introduction to Density Functional Theory (DFT). DFT is today the most widely used method to study interacting electrons, and its applicability ranges from atoms to solid systems, from nuclei to quantum fluids. In this course, we introduce the most important concepts underlying DFT, its foundation, and basic ideas. We will in particular stress the features and reasons that lead DFT to become the dominant method for simulating quantum mechanical systems. The course is intended for students and researchers with knowledge of basic quantum mechanics. No experience in simulation or solid-state physics is required. We try to give a concise mathematical background when particular concepts are needed.
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What you'll learn
- understanding the fundamental concepts of density functional theory
- applying DFT to various systems from atoms to solids
- grasping the mathematical foundations of DFT
Course objectives
- introduce the key concepts of DFT
- explain the reasons for DFT's popularity in quantum mechanical simulations
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