Program Construction in C++ for Physicists
An advanced course on the object-oriented implementation of program systems with focus on C++.
The course covers object-oriented programming, basic notions in, and syntax of, C++; objects, classes and their definition, constructors and destructors; operators, operator overloading, polymorphism. Basics of abstract classes, inheritance, generic programming; selected components of the C++ standard library. Structured and unstructured grids, and data structures for their implementation. Implementation of numerical methods for partial differential equations and efficicient implementation of numerical algorithms.
This course is given jointly with KTH, and you can find more information about the schedule, course literature etc. on KTH's pages - see links below.
Information for admitted students autumn 2024
Congratulations! You have been admitted at Stockholm University and we hope that you will enjoy your studies with us.
In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of the semester.
Follow the instructions on whether you have to reply to your offer or not.
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Checklist for admitted students
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Activate your university account
The first step in being able to register and gain access to all the university's IT services.
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Register at your department
Registration can be done in different ways. Read the instructions from your department below.
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Read all the information on this page
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Welcome activities
Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities that stretch over a few weeks at the beginning of each semester. The programme is voluntary (attendance is optional) and includes Arrival Service at the airport and an Orientation Day, see more details about these events below.
Your department may also organise activities for welcoming international students. More information will be provided by your specific department.
Find your way on campus
Stockholm University's main campus is in the Frescati area, north of the city centre. While most of our departments and offices are located here, there are also campus areas in other parts of the city.
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The course covers object-oriented programming, basic notions in, and syntax of, C++; objects, classes and their definition, constructors and destructors; operators, operator overloading, polymorphism. Basics of abstract classes, inheritance, generic programming; selected components of the C++ standard library. Structured and unstructured grids, and data structures for their implementation. Implementation of numerical methods for partial differential equations and efficicient implementation of numerical algorithms.
This course is given jointly with KTH, and you can find more information about the schedule, course literature etc. on KTH's pages - see links below.
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Course structure
The course consists of two elements; theory and project tasks.
Teaching format
The education consists of lectures and exercises.
Assessment
The course is assessed through written examination. For information on how to register for exams at KTH, see:
Examiner
A list of examiners can be found on
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
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More information
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