Necessary knowledge condensed matter physics

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To study condensed matter physics, a solid foundation in quantum mechanics is essential. Graduate school candidates should complete a core curriculum in physics, including elective courses in statistical mechanics, fluid dynamics, electromagnetism (E&M), chemistry, materials science, and computational physics. This diverse field requires a broad knowledge base, as there is no single pathway or specific class that guarantees readiness for advanced study in condensed matter physics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Electromagnetism (E&M)
  • Computational Physics
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  • Research advanced topics in Quantum Mechanics
  • Explore Statistical Mechanics applications in condensed matter
  • Study Electromagnetism principles relevant to materials science
  • Learn programming techniques for Computational Physics
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Students aspiring to pursue graduate studies in condensed matter physics, educators in physics, and researchers in materials science and related fields.

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Could someone tell me about what I must have as a knowledge to study condensed matter physics ?
 
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Could someone tell me about what I must have as a knowledge to study condensed matter physics ?
I think having a reasonable base of quantum mechanics helps you to study condense matter physics more conveniently.
 
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Could someone tell me about what I must have as a knowledge to study condensed matter physics ?


To go to graduate school for CM? It's a large and diverse field of physics. You'll need the basic core curriculum in physics, elective classes in statistical mechanics, fluids, E&M, chemistry, materials science, programming, or computational physics are useful areas of further study. There is no "you did this class, so now you're good to go to study all of condensed matter physics!" It just doesn't work that way.
 
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