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Jan 30, 2026
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PHYS 522 - MechanicsCredits: (4)
Principles of statistics and dynamics of systems of particles and rigid bodies. Topics include Newton’s laws for one particle, non-inertial reference frames, central forces, system of particles, rigid body statics and motion in a plane and in three dimensions, Lagrangian mechanics and Hamilton’s equations, oscillating systems and normal coordinates.
Note
Three hours of lecture and one hour recitation per week The recitation will focus on mathematical methods and techniques applied to problem solving.
Requisites
Prerequisite: PHYS 224.
When Offered
Spring
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