The course covers the learning outcomes and goals of understanding superconductivity, including properties of superconductors such as zero electrical resistance, persistent currents, the Meissner effect, critical magnetic field, and critical current. Students will learn to model properties of superconductors using a two-fluid model, the London equations, and penetration depth. The course also distinguishes between Type-I and Type-II superconductors. The teaching method involves theoretical explanations and mathematical modeling. This course is intended for individuals interested in physics, materials science, or engineering.
Overview
Syllabus
- Introduction
- Learning outcomes
- 1 Superconductivity
- 1 Superconductivity
- 2 Properties of superconductors
- 2 Properties of superconductors
- 2.1 Zero electrical resistance
- 2.2 Persistent currents lead to constant magnetic flux
- 2.3 The Meissner effect
- 2.3.1 Perfect diamagnetism
- 2.4 Critical magnetic field
- 2.5 Critical current
- 3 Modelling properties of superconductors
- 3 Modelling properties of superconductors
- 3.1 A two-fluid model
- 3.2 Magnetic field in a perfect conductor
- 3.3 The London equations
- 3.4 Penetration depth
- 3.5 The screening current
- 4 Two types of superconductor
- 4 Two types of superconductor
- Preamble
- 4.2 Type-I superconductors
- 4.3 Type-II superconductors
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgements
