INHALT:
Partial differential equations of space and astrophysical plasma simulations. Types of equations: elliptic / hyperbolic / parabolic PDEs;
Discretization methods (Finite differences; Finite elements, Spectral methods); Algorithms (Eulerian, Lagrangian) Approaches (test particles, Magnetohydrodynamic; PIC, Vlasov, reduced kinetics)

ZIELGRUPPE:
Eligible lecture of the module „Advanced Astronomy and Astrophysics“ (Physics / Master). Open also for all students with interest in astronomy and astrophysics.

VORAUSSETZUNG:
Basic knowledge in Physics and Mathematics. Knowledge ofthe physics / B.Sc. Module „Einführung in die Astronomie und Astrophysik“ advised.