PHYS 430 - Classical Mechanics

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University of the Cumberlands

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Description:

This traditional course considers the basic experimental laws of mechanics as stated by Sir Isaac Newton and the development of the mathematical formalism that describes these laws. Specific topics include motion of a particle in one dimension, harmonic oscillation, motion in three dimensions, a noninertial reference system, and a central force field. A brief introduction of Lagrangian mechanics is included. Prerequisites: grades of C or better in PHYS 330 and MATH 241. Credit, 3 hours. Offered fall semester of odd years.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ucumberlands.edu

Phone Number:

(606) 549-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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