PHYS 561 - Mechanics

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

PHYS - Physics

Description:

An intermediate level theoretical classical mechanics course involving concepts and problems that require the mathematical tools of vectors, calculus, and matrices. A good calculus background is indispensable. The topics normally covered are: oscillations, the motion of a particle in 3-dimensions, vector calculus, central force systems, dynamics of many particles, transformation to the center-of-mass system, collisions, rigid-body motion, noninertial systems, and the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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