PHYSICS 287 - Computational Methods in Physics

Institution:

Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Description:

This course covers the theory and methodology of the most common computational methods used in modern physics. Topics typically include the statistics of data analysis, techniques of linear and nonlinear fitting, discrete Fourier analysis, eigenvalues and linear systems, signal processing, numerical solutions of differential equations, numerical integration, and symbolic computing. Additional topics may include complex analysis, finite element modeling, and control theory. Students learn to solve problems with software such as MatLab and Maple. Prerequisite: PHYS 285. ( Offered annually)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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