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Academic Year 2004/2005

Analytical Mechanics
PHYS 563 SP

Advanced classical mechanics and mathematical physics, description of multidimensional motion, vibrations, perturbation theory and chaos.

MAJOR READINGS

Goldstein, CLASSICAL MECHANICS
Strogatz, Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly problem sets, midterm, final project.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: GRAD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: PHYS213 AND [PHYS313 or PHYS513] Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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