PHYS 2330 - Intermediate Mechanics

Institution:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Description:

Particle and rigid body dynamics using Newtonian, Lagrangian, and Hamiltonian methods. Motion of particle systems. Central force motion. Rotating coordinate systems. Rigid body motion. Coupled systems and normal coordinates. Deformable media. Introduction to Hamilton-Jacobi theory. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 2400. When Offered: Fall term annually. Credit Hours: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rpi.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 276-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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