PHYS 331 Computational Physics

A study of mathematical techniques and numerical computing methods used to solve problems of interest in physics. Topics include numerical solution of selected ordinary and partial differential equations (e.g., the wave equation, Laplace's equation, Schrödinger's equation), Monte Carlo simulations, and chaotic dynamics. Three hours lecture per week.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Grades of "C-" or better in PHYS 160, PHYS 206, MA 233, MA 334, and MA 342.

Offered

Even Year Fall Semester