Analytical Mechanics
PHYS 563
Fall 2006
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01
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Advanced classical mechanics and mathematical physics, description of multidimensional motion, vibrations, perturbation theory and chaos. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
None |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: GRAD |
Prerequisites: (PHYS213 AND PHYS217 AND [PHYS313 or PHYS513] AND [PHYS316 or PHYS516]) |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
R. Blumel and W. P. Reinhardt, "Chaos in Atomic Physics"
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly problem sets, mid-term exam, final exam |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Excellent foundation in multivariable calculus and vector analysis is required. |
| Instructor(s): Blümel,Reinhold Times: TBA; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 10 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| | GRAD: 10 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
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