FYS3665 – Project in Numerical Simulations and Data Analysis from Space Missions

Course content

The project focuses on space-plasma data analysis based on spacecraft in-situ data and numerical simulations of spacecraft-plasma interactions.

During the course the student learns the basics of data processing from space borne platforms, ionospheric research by means of spacecrafts and satellites, particle-in-cell simulations, operating large codes on supercomputing facilities and working with the data.

The course is an alternative to FYS3660 – 4DSpace Workshop in Numerical Simulations and Data Analysis from Space Missions. It does not include mobility, but it may include virtual collaboration and group work with students abroad.

Learning outcome

After completing the course, you will

  • know how to work with time-series obtained by sounding rockets and spacecraft, including data filtering and frequency analysis using FFT.
  • understand the principles of the Langmuir probes and electric field instruments.
  • have insight into basic ionospheric and space-plasma processes, including interaction between plasma and spacecraft.
  • know how to carry out ionospheric research by means of spacecrafts; particle-in-cell simulations, operate large codes on supercomputing facilities; learn effective computing tools, and working with data.

Admission to the course

The course is open for students in the 2nd and 3rd year of their bachelor's studies.

Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for?in Studentweb.

Special admission requirements

In addition to fulfilling the?Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:

  • Mathematics R1 (or Mathematics S1 and S2) + R2

And in addition one of these:

  • Physics (1+2)
  • Chemistry (1+2)
  • Biology (1+2)
  • Information technology (1+2)
  • Geosciences (1+2)
  • Technology and theories of research (1+2)

The special admission requirements may also be covered by?equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies?(in Norwegian).

Overlapping courses

Teaching

The course is given in a form of lectures online, (about 40 hours) colloquia, presentations and group work.

The colloquia are normally held in March/April, June and September with a home assignment between the colloquia in June and September. Participation in the colloquia is obligatory.

Examination

Two oral presentations and a written report summarizing the work:

  • Oral presentations after each of the two first workshops.?

  • Written report which also is presented orally in plenum after the last workshop.?

Both the presentations and the written report must be passed within the two teaching semesters in order for you to get a final grade in the course.

It will also be counted as one of the three attempts to sit the exam for this course if you sit the exam for the following courses: FYS4665 – Project in Numerical Simulations and Data Analysis from Space Missions, FYS3660 – 4DSpace Workshop in Numerical Simulations and Data Analysis from Space Missions and FYS4660 – 4DSpace Workshop in Numerical Simulations and Data Analysis from Space Missions

Examination support material

No examination support material is allowed.

Language of examination

The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.

Grading scale

Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about?the grading system.

Resit an examination

Students who can document a valid reason for absence from the regular examination are?offered a postponed examination at the beginning of the next semester.

Re-scheduled examinations are not offered to students who withdraw during, or did not pass, the original examination.

More about examinations at UiO

You will find further guides and resources at the web page on examinations at UiO.

Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Nov. 26, 2025 9:20:07 AM

Facts about this course

Level
Bachelor
Credits
5
Teaching
Spring

If the course is offered, a minimum of four students is required for ordinary lectures to take place. If less than four students participate, an exam will be given, but one should not expect ordinary teaching.

Examination
Spring and autumn
Teaching language
English

Contact

Department of Physics