PHYS 410 - Dynamics and Chaos

Institution:

California Lutheran University

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Description:

Includes the study of single-particle dynamics, reference systems, oscillations, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Nonlinear systems, phase plots, the surface of section, toroidal motion, chaos and the KAM theorem are the focus of the latter part of the class. (fall, even years; was listed as Physics 321 prior to fall 2000)*Students who have completed Physics 102 instead of 212 should obtain permission of instructor before enrolling in their first 400 level course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.callutheran.edu/

Phone Number:

(805) 492-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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