Physics 280 - Programming and Simulation

Institution:

Allegheny College

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Description:

A study of numerical simulation that includes learning an operating system (Unix), a programming language (Fortran), and some techniques of numerical analysis to solve problems useful in physics. Part of the course is devoted to learning a general-purpose computational tool (Mathematica). Computer Science 101 or a course in programming is highly recommended prior to taking this course. Prerequisite: Physics 120 (or Physics 102) or permission of the instructor. Credit: Three semester hours.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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