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PHYS307 — Spring 2024

PHYS307: Mathematical Methods Of Physics II

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Offering:
Typically offered Fall Spring. 3.000 Credit hours


Prerequisites:
PHYS 272(H) or (PHYS 241+PHYS252) Co-requisite: Calc III (such as MA 261)
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Description:
Discussion of wide-ranging physics problems from mechanics, E&M, thermal, and modern physics with emphasis on reviews and introductions of mathematical methods and techniques that are essential in such discussion. Relevant mathematical methods include vectors, matrices and normal modes as well as ordinary and partial differential equations. Intended primarily for sophomore physics majors.


Instructor(s):
CAFFEE, MARC


Email:
mcaffee@purdue.edu


Textbook(s) for Spring 2024

Title Author Edition ISBN Publisher Req/Opt Notes
Basic Training in Mathematics R. Shankar 1st 9780306450365 Springer Science and Business Media Required

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