2022-2023 Academic Catalog

PHYS 340 Classical Mechanics

An intermediate course in classical mechanics. General treatment of the motion of particles in two and three dimensions, using Cartesian and polar coordinate systems. Static equilibrium of systems is studied, as is the central-force problem and rigid-body rotation, including the inertia tensor. Introduction to the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics. Three hours lecture per week.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Grade of "C-" or better in PHYS 331.

Offered

Odd Year Spring Semester