PHYS564 FUNDAMENTALS OF FUSION PLASMA SYSTEMS
| Course Code: | 2300564 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Physics |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
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| Offered Semester: | Once in several years. |
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the students will be able to
- Distinguishes the development of fusion research over the years.
- Identify the concept of confinement even for different/unique device geometries.
- Understand the basics of fusion reactor and energy conversion.
Course Content
Energy alternative thermonuclear fusion; inertial and magnetic confinement systems; Tokomak, stellorators and mirror machines; plasma focus and pinches; alternative magnetic confinement systems; Laser fusion systems; concept of fusion reactors; formation and heating of a plasma.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to recognize possible solutions to the current global energy crisis. They will also be able to explain/show the feasibility & sustainability of these solutions.