Mathematical Physics
PHYS 565
Spring 2008 not offered
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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. We will also introduce the notion of Green's function and apply them for the solution of differential equations. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
None |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: GRAD |
Prerequisites: (PHYS213 AND [PHYS313 or PHYS513] AND [PHYS315 or PHYS515] AND [PHYS316 or PHYS516]) OR [PHYS324 or PHYS524] |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (IDEA-MN) |
Major Readings:
There are many good textbooks related with the topic of the course. Below we give some suggested textbooks:
1)Mathematical Methods for Physicists,
G. B. Arfken and H. J. Weber,
(Academic Press).
2)Mathematical Methods of Physics,
J. Mathews and R. L. Walker,
(W. A. Benjamin, INC, New York, New York).
3)Complex Variables and Applications,
R. V. Churchill, J. W. Brown and R. F. Verkey,
(New York: McGraw-Hill).
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Examinations and Assignments:
Middle and final exam, weekly exercises, project presentation |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Open to qualified juniors and seniors (by permission) as well as to graduate students. PHYS565 has the following prerequisites: PHYS213 (Waves and Oscillations), MATH222 (Multivariable Calculus), MATH223 (Linear Algebra), PHYS313 (Classical Dynamics), PHYS315 (Quantum Mechanics II) and PHYS324 (Electricity and Magnetism). |
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