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Academic Year 2004/2005

Mathematical Physics
PHYS 565 SP

Much of mathematical physics has grown from the need to solve ordinary and partial differential equations. The course will emphasize certain techniques that are employed for this purpose, including complex analysis, and Fourier and Laplace transforms. The course may be taken by juniors and seniors provided they secure the permission of the instructor.

MAJOR READINGS

G. Arfken, MATHEMATICAL METHODS FOR PHYSICISTS (4th ed.).

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Midterm and final exam. Weekly problem sets, which will occasionally include some computing.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Open to qualified juniors and seniors (by permission) as well as to graduate students.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: (PHYS213 AND PHYS224 AND PHYS214) Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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