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Theoretical Mechanics I, PHYS 5210

PHYS 5210 Theoretical Mechanics I



The statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. Discusses the methods of generalized coordinates, the Langrangian, Hamilton-Jacobi equations, action-angle variables, and the relation to quantum theory. Prerequisite: PHYS 3210 and MATH 5220, or instructor permission.


Section #Meeting DaysMeeting TimeMeeting PlaceInstructorSection Web Site
1
MWF
10:00 - 10:50
PHS 205
Prof. Fowler
 


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