Oct 31, 2024  
Rensselaer Catalog 2023-2024 
    
Rensselaer Catalog 2023-2024 [Archived Catalog]

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PHYS 4330 - Theoretical Mechanics


Particle and rigid body dynamics using Newtonian, Lagrangian, and Hamiltonian methods. Motion of particle systems. Central force motion. Rotating coordinate systems. Rigid body motion using the inertia tensor and Euler angles. Coupled systems and normal coordinates. Introduction to continuum mechanics and the mechanics of deformable media. Introduction to Hamiltonian Mechanics, including proof and applications of Liouville’s Theorem. Formalism of Special Relativity. Introduction to nonlinear dynamics and chaotic behavior.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: PHYS 1250  or PHYS 1200 , and MATH 2400 ; Prerequisite or co-requisite: MATH 2010 .

When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually.

Credit Hours: 4



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