PhD program
Physics

Physics

QUALIFICATION

  • Scientific and pedagogical direction - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

MODEL OF GRADUATING STUDENT

ON1 Systematize and interpret in practice a set of theoretical principles for solving a various type of problems of the theoretical physics and physics-chemical principles of plasma technology;
ON2 Develop modern technologies used to solve actual problems of theoretical physics and plasma physics;
ON3 To propose new mathematical methods for solving problems in modified theories of gravity, in the general theory of relativity, in the theory of the scattering of waves and particles, and also to analyze and discuss the obtained results;
ON4 Generate new ideas and knowledge by conducting original research in the field of theoretical physics, plasma physics, cosmology and astrophysics;
ON5 Development of educational-methodological documentation based on credit technologies, taking into account the individual characteristics of students, conducting practical and lecture lessons using various strategies and learning technologies;
ON6 Design physical models for describing various phenomena in the theory of gravity, in the physics of compact objects, in the theory of elementary particles and in the physics of extreme states;
ON7 Conduct educational work based on the theory of education management and self-analysis of teaching, analyze and evaluate educational situations from the perspective of the theory of the pedagogical process;
ON8 To plan and organize research in a scientific-research institutions, in universities, to determine the direction of fundamental and applied research;
ON9 To make a description of the physical picture of the Universe and its Evolution, to describe new cosmological effects; describe the current state of elementary particle physics and fundamental interactions within the framework of the standard model;
ON10 develop fundamental and applied research in the field of theoretical physics and plasma physics based on theoretical and experimental studies;
ON11 Conduct experimental studies and observations on experimental installations, scientific instruments to obtain new knowledge;
ON12 Work in a scientific team, write scientific articles with a high impact factor, organize various scientific conferences, lead a conversation and discuss internationally with the scientific community on topics close to the topic of research in the field of theoretical physics, nuclear physics, and plasma physics.

Program passport

Speciality Name
Physics
Speciality Code
8D05306
Faculty
of Physics and Technology

disciplines

Academic writing
  • Number of credits - 2
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline. The discipline "Academic writing" is aimed at developing future specialists' skills in writing scientific articles, reports, applications and written scientific communication. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: Scientific text and academic writing. Features of academic writing. General requirements for scientific work. Publicity and communication. Types of academic texts. The integrity of the academic text. Academic literacy. Style of presentation. Work with different sources. References and citation rules. Features of writing articles in the field of physics. Structuring and preparation for writing a scientific text in the field of professional activity. To write scientific articles in international scientific journals. Conversation and discussion at the international level with the scientific community in the field of professional activity.

Gauge theories in physics
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use gauge theories in modern high-energy physics, and also in physics. Will be considered: electromagnetism, weak and strong interactions as gauge theories, the mathematical foundations of classical gauge field theories, monopoles and instantons in gauge theories.

Gauge thories in physics
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use gauge theories in modern high-energy physics, and also in physics. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. to describe current scientific problems, the solution of which is now actual and widely discussed in the international scientific community; 2. to describe the problems of the development of modern gauge theories; 3. to use modern methods of gauge theories in solving problems in modern high-energy physics; 4. to analyze and discuss the results obtained in gauge theories for modern high-energy physics; 5. to prove in practice the methods of gauge theories in the physics of elementary particles. Purpose of discipline. The discipline “Gauge thories in physics” is aimed at the formation of knowledge of future specialists connected with the use of gauge theories in modern high-energy physics. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:electromagnetism, weak and strong interactions as gauge theories, the mathematical foundations of classical gauge field theories, monopoles and instantons in gauge theories.

Methodology of physics and technique of energy saving and renewable energy
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use new directions of energy saving and energy production. Will be considered: Status and prospects for the use of non-traditional and renewable energy sources. The accumulation and transmission of renewable energy. Use of secondary energy resources (SER). Ecological problems of the use of non-traditional and renewable energy sources. Green energy of Kazakhstan.

PhD thesis writing and defence
  • Number of credits - 12
  • Type of control - Докторская диссертация
  • Description - The main purpose of "PhD thesis writing and defence": of a doctoral dissertation is the formation of the doctoral students' ability to disclose the content of research work for the defense of the thesis. During the study of course, doctoral student's should be competent in: 1. to substantiate the content of new scientifically grounded theoretical and experimental results that allow to solve a theoretical or applied problem or are a major achievement in the development of specific scientific directions; 2. explain the assessment of the completeness of the solutions to the tasks assigned, according to the specifics of the professional sphere of activity; 3. they can analyze alternative solutions for solving research and practical problems and assess the prospects for implementing these options; 4. apply the skills of writing scientific texts and presenting them in the form of scientific publications and presentations. 5. to plan and structure the scientific search, clearly highlight the research problem, develop a plan / program and methods for its study, formalize, in accordance with the requirements of the State Educational Establishment, the scientific and qualification work in the form of a thesis for a scientific degree Doctor of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) on specialty «8D07502 – Standardization and certification (by industry)». During the study of the discipline doctoral student will learn following aspects: Registration of documents for presentation of the thesis for defense. Information card of the dissertation and registration-registration card (in the format Visio 2003). Extract from the minutes of the meeting of the institution, in which the preliminary defense of the thesis took place. Cover letter to the Higher Attestation Commission. Expert conclusion on the possibility of publishing the author's abstract. Expert opinion on the possibility of publishing a dissertation. Minutes of the meeting of the counting commission. Bulletin for voting. A shorthand record of the meeting of the dissertational council. List of scientific papers. Response of the official opponent. A review of the leading organization. The recall of the scientific adviser.

Scientific Research methods
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline. The discipline "Scientific Research methods" is aimed at the formation of knowledge among future specialists related to the application of methods for organizing theoretical and experimental research in professional activities. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: Theoretical methods of physical research. Experimental methods of physical research. Features of research planning. Methods of processing and analyzing the results. Development of scientific and experimental research base. The structure of the organization of science and scientific and technological activities. Research institutes. Fundamental and applied research in priority and specialized scientific fields. Intellectual Property on Copyright.

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disciplines

Additional Chapters of Relativistic Astrophysics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - o form the ability to use the latest achievements of relativistic astrophysics related to the study of the nature of supermassive black holes, the concept of dark matter, dark energy, etc. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. to interpret the current state of the problems considered in this discipline; 2. to interpret in practice a set of theoretical principles and practical methods; 3. to analyze carefully the results obtained in this area of the study; 4. to use modern technologies in solving problems; 5.to discuss the results obtained in this area of the studyand to draw conclusions from the results of the research. Purpose of discipline.Discipline "Additional chapters of relativistic astrophysics" is aimed at the formation in future specialists of theoretical knowledge and the complexity of research related to new directions inrelativistic astrophysics. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:the physics of compact objects such as white dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes, the nature of dark energy, dark matter and supermassive black holes, the behavior of test particles and light particles in the field of a rotating deformed object.

Application of artificial intelligence for computational problems in physics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to develop the ability to use AI tech-nologies in solving and modeling physical processes. During the study of the discipline students will learn following as-pects: Neural network architectures. Types of neural networks, Ma-chine learning in quantum mechan-ics. Using AI for optimization. Convolutional neural networks in astrophysics. Modeling of astro-physical processes. AI in materials science. Predictive modeling with AI. Ethics and safety in the use of AI.

Elementary particles and symmetries
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline – to form the ability to use modern theories of symmetry in elementary particle physics. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. describe the properties of elementary particles and their interactions; 2. explain the postulates of the field theory of elementary particles; 3. generalize already existing ideas about the material world with a picture of processes occurring on a subatomic scale; 4. practice the mechanism of spontaneous symmetry breaking; 5. construct a fundamental base of physical knowledge on the basis of which in the future it is possible to develop a deeper and more detailed study of all the branches of physics. Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Elementary Particles and Symmetries" is aimed at forming the knowledge and complexity of research of future specialists related to modern theories of symmetry in elementary particle physics. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:Symmetries and conservation laws. Isospin selection rules and strangeness in weak and electromagnetic interactions. Electromagnetic Structure of Nucleons. Weak interactions and parity violation. CP violation. The special unitary groups SU (3), SU(2) and U(1). Quark model. Kabibo's theory, chiral symmetry, current algebra. The combination of weak and electromagnetic interactions and charms. The manifestation of new symmetries in the physics of elementary particles. Discrete symmetries are a reflection of time, a reflection of space, the replacement of a particle by an antiparticle. Lorentzinvariance.

Experimental methods in plasma studies
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Thepurposeofthediscipline - to form the ability to use a complex of knowledge and competencies related to the study of pulsed plasma flow physics. As a result of studying the discipline, doctoral students should be able to: 1. Describe the physical principles underlying the generation of pulsed plasma flows; 2. Describe the operation of a pulsed plasma accelerator and other pulse devices; 3. Use the theory formulas for calculating the parameters of an impulse plasma, 4. Analyze the results of investigation of pulsed plasma fluxes by diagnostic methods; 5. Run the application of pulsed plasma flows in technological processes when creating materials with improved surface properties and in thermonuclear power engineering Purpose of discipline. The discipline is aimedat the development of knowledge in the field of experimental plasma physics. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: Parameters of impulse plasma. Devices for obtaining a pulsed plasma flow. Diagnostic methods of pulsed plasma. Physical processes in high-power impulse discharges. Use of pulsed plasma flows in thermonuclear energy. Physics of interaction of pulsed plasma flows with matter.

Modern computational methods in theoretical physics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to develop the ability to use modern computing technologies. Will be considered: Classification of methods. Finite element meth-ods. Monte Carlo methods. Meth-ods of molecular dynamics. Fun-damentals of parallel computing. Using GPU in scientific calcula-tions. Optimization algorithms. Software and tools for theoretical physics. Computer methods in general relativity. Using special-ized software packages Maple, Mathematica, MATLAB.

Modern cosmology and astrophysics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline – to form the ability to use modern theoretical knowledge of new areas of modern cosmology and astrophysics. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. to interpret the current state of the problems considered in this discipline; 2. to interpret in practice a set of theoretical principles and practical methods; 3. to analyze carefully the results obtained in this area of the study; 4. to use modern technologies in solving problems; 5. discuss the results and draw conclusions, plan and organize research. Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Modern cosmology and astrophysics" is aimed at the formation in future specialists of theoretical knowledge and the complexity of research related to new directions in amodern cosmology and astrophysics. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:cosmological models, the origin of the universe, the main stages of the universe development, age of the universe, cosmic microwave background radiation, the cosmological redshift, the expansion of the universe, the cosmological equation of state, dark matter and dark energy; evolution of stars and their structures, physics of black holes, stellar dynamics, evolution of galaxies.

Modern problems of quantum gravity
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use modern problems of combining the theory of gravity with quantum theory. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. to know the new theories and models of the modern problem of quantum gravity and the principles of their creation; 2. to understand the basic concepts and theories that describe the state of physical objects and the physical processes that take place in them; 3. to use knowledge of fundamental principles and methods of quantum gravity in mastering the already available ones and in creating new approaches to problems of professional activity 4. to analyze the main content of the physical phenomenon under study on quantum gravity and choose an adequate physical model of its description that allows us to consider adequate characteristics. 5. to formulate solutions to specific problems on the modern problem of quantum gravity and to create a methodology for conducting theoretical research. Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Modern problems of quantum gravity" is aimed at describing the achievements and difficulties in constructing a quantum model of gravitational interaction and acquaint them with various promising scientific theories designed to complete one of the stages of understanding the world order at the quantum level. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: Theoretical justification of combining the theory of gravity with quantum theory. Difficulties in quantizing gravity. Quantum geometrodynamics of Wheeler-De Witt as the first attempt to construct a quantum theory of gravity. The problems left unresolved in the Wheeler-De Witt CGD. The notion of quantum cosmology. Description of the initial stage of the existence of the universe. Inflationary cosmological models. A review of existing approaches to combining gravity and quantum theory (string theory, loop quantum gravity, etc.)

Physics of nuclear clusters
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use nuclear clusters in research. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is ableto: 1. describe and explain the current scientific problems of the development of cluster physics; 2. interpret the areas of use of nuclear clusters; 3. аpply the knowledge gained when working in various fields of scientific and practical activities related to thephysics of nuclear clusters; 4. conduct experimental research and analyze the results obtained in the physics of nuclear clusters; 5. prove in practice a set of theoretical principles and practical techniques for the consideration of various problems in the physics of nuclear clusters Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Physics of nuclear clusters" is aimed at the formation in future specialists of theoretical knowledge and the complexity of research related to new directions in theрhysics of nuclear clusters. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:nuclear reaction, nucleons in nuclei, shell model of nucleus, formation of clusters in the atomic nucleus, effective numbers of clusters in nuclei, energy and spatial distributions of clusters in nuclei.

Selected chapters of GR mechanics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to apply various methods to solve a class of problems of classical GТR and celestial mechanics. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. to interpret the current state of the problems considered in this discipline; 2. to interpret in practice a set of theoretical principles and practical methods 3. to analyze carefully the results obtained in this area of the study; 4. to use innovative technologies in solving problems; 5.to discuss the results obtained in this area of the studyand to draw conclusions from the results of the research. Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Selected chapters of GR mechanics" is aimed at the formation in future specialists of understanding of various methods for solving the class of problems of the classical general theory of relativity and celestial mechanics. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:the Schwarzschild problem , the Lense-Thirring problem, the two-body problem in general relativity, the problem of stability in the mechanics of general relativity, the use of the method of hydrodynamic analogy, etc. will be considered by involving the formalisms of Lagrange, Hamilton, Hamilton-Jacobi, and so on.

Selected Topics of the dense non ideal plasma physics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use modern theories of highly compressed plasma in research. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. To calculate the dynamic and static properties of a highly compressed plasma 2. To interpret the gained knowledge at carrying out research and drawing up an educational-methodical complex of disciplines concerning physics of non-ideal plasmas 3. To rank the techniques of accounting for collective effects and quantum mechanical effects of diffraction and symmetry in solving problems of nonideal dense plasma 4. To classify pseudopotential models of various types of plasma 5. To design, both analytically and numerically, the solution of the assigned research tasks Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Selected topics of dense non-ideal plasma physics" is aimed at forming a critical view of the topical issues of physics of nonideal plasmas, as well as developing competencies in the field of conducting independent research activities. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:introduction to the modern theory of strongly compressed plasma. The main characteristics and properties of dense plasmas. The static and dynamic properties of strongly coupled plasmas. Pseudopotential models of various types of plasmas Taking into account the effects of interparticle interactions, the collective events and quantum mechanical effects of diffraction and symmetry.

Selected Topics of the dense non ideal plasma physics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline - to form the ability to use modern theories of highly compressed plasma in research. Will be considered:introduction to the modern theory of strongly compressed plasma. The main characteristics and properties of dense plasmas. The static and dynamic properties of strongly coupled plasmas. Pseudopotential models of various types of plasmas Taking into account the effects of interparticle interactions, the collective events and quantum mechanical effects of diffraction and symmetry.

The theory of fundamental interactions elementary particles
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Thepurposeofthediscipline - to form the ability to use modern ideas about the structure of matter and fundamental interactions: electromagnetic, weak, strong and gravitational. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is able: 1. describe the current position of the particle physics and fundamental interactions within the framework of the standard model; 2. know the physical basis of experimental studies of elementary particles and fundamental interactions;3. 3. design the methods of quantum field theory, the theory of symmetry of elementary particles in theoretical studies of physical phenomena; 4. to analyze the variety of physical phenomena occurring in collisions of elementary particles 5. explain the theory of combining weak and electromagnetic interactions as a single electroweak interaction Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Theory of Fundamental Interactions of Elementary Particles" is aimed at studying the modern state of the theory of fundamental interactions and the theory of elementary particles associated with them, as well as general methods of field quantization, further used to study electromagnetic, strong and weak interactions. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:Quantization of gauge fields. Quantum theory of superfields and the foundations of quantum chromodynamics. The theory of electroweak interaction. Physical basis of the theory of renormalizations of gauge fields and superfields. Methods of intermediate regularization, including the gradient-invariant method of dimensional regularization. Modern ideas about the structure of matter and fundamental interactions: electromagnetic, weak, strong and gravitational.

Theory of waves and particles scattering
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline – to form the ability to use the theory of the scattering of waves and particles in scientific research. As a result of learning the discipline, the doctoral student is ableto: 1. classify the processes of scattering of electromagnetic waves; 2. justify the knowledge gained in the course of research and conduct all types of classes on scattering theory; 3. apply techniques to account for the collision of microparticles and scattering in the Coulomb field when solving two-body problems; 4. analyze the expansion in partial waves in quantum scattering theory; 5. formulate the decision, both analytically and numerically, the research tasks assigned. Purpose of discipline. The discipline "Theory of waves and particles scattering" is aimed at the formation in future specialists of theoretical knowledge and the complexity of research related to new directions in the theory of waves and particles scattering. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:Motion in the central field, special cases of different types of potentials, plane wave and monochromatic wave, polarization of the scattered beam, multipole decomposition of electromagnetic waves, Rayleigh-Hans approximation, Born approximation

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INTERNSHIPS

Pedagogical
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - Formation of practical, educational-methodical skills of conducting lectures, seminars, creatively apply scientific, theoretical knowledge, practical skills in teaching activities, conduct training sessions in the disciplines of the specialty; own modern professional techniques, methods of training, use in practice the latest theoretical, methodological advances, make educational, methodological documentation.

Research
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.

Data for 2021-2024 years