THE ALBERT NERKEN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Robert Q. Topper, Chair and Professor of Chemistry212.353.4378
robert.topper@cooper.edu
Faculty Bio
Statistical mechanics provides a conceptual framework connecting quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and classical mechanics. It also provides computational tools of great importance in atomistic and coarse-grained simulations of complex systems.
This course covers foundation and advanced material in quantum and classical statistical mechanics, including simulation methods (Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics are emphasized, and machine learning methods are also introduced) as well as a detailed study of intermolecular forces. Students electing this course have generally been majoring in chemical, electrical or interdisciplinary engineering; all are welcome!
This course covers foundation and advanced material in quantum and classical statistical mechanics, including simulation methods (Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics are emphasized, and machine learning methods are also introduced) as well as a detailed study of intermolecular forces. Students electing this course have generally been majoring in chemical, electrical or interdisciplinary engineering; all are welcome!