PHYS 381 - Advanced Mechanics

Credits: 3
The application of advanced mathematical methods to physical problems. Topics may include Lagrange’s method, small oscillation theory including coupled oscillators, generalized rotation, the theory of special relativity, numerical methods, and perturbation theory. Normally offered in the fall semester of even numbered years.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 250, MATH 253, and MATH 270.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): MATH 260 or MATH 264.