PHYS321
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PHYS321 - Theoretical Mechanics
Course Description
A mid-level course in classical mechanics using Newtonian, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations. Motions studied include: simple, damped and forced harmonic oscillators, conservation laws and collisions, central forces, gravitation and planetary orbits, rotation of rigid bodies. Non-inertial reference frames are examined. Vector calculus in curvilinear coordinates and in phase space are used.
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Undergraduate
Course Attributes
SPEX - SPEXCR (Special Exam Credit Only)
Enrollment Requirements
017477
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Name
Lecture
Workload Hours
3
Optional Component
No
Typically Offered Main Campus
Fall, Spring