PHYS 301 - Classical Mechanics
Description
Hours: Three hours lecture per week Prerequisites: PHYS 200, MATH 350 Description: A differential equation-based introduction to classical mechanics. The areas covered include the Lagrangian formulation, variational principles, Hamiltonian mechanics, and the theory of canonical transformations. Some applications to the motion of rigid bodies, systems of coupled oscillators, and celestial mechanics will be presented.
Meeting Information
| Days | Times | Room | Meeting Dates | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TTH | 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM | Sierra Hall 2111 | 8/22/2015 - 12/21/2015 | Dale Capewell |
Status: Open
Class Number: 1899
Session: Regular Academic Session
Units: 3.00
Class Components: Lecture
Career: Undergraduate
Dates: 8/22/2015 - 12/21/2015
Grading: Letter Grade
Class Availability
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Enrollment Total: 5
Available Seats: 15
Wait List Capacity: 5
Wait List Total: 0
Textbook / Other Materials
Status: RequiredISBN: 978-1-891389-22-1
Title: Classical Mechanics
Publisher: University Science Books
Author: John R. Taylor
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- Upper Division