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PHYS 4420 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics

The principles and physical applications of classical thermodynamics are developed. Basic concepts in classical and quantum statistical mechanics are introduced and their relations to thermodynamics are developed.

Prerequisite: PHYS 2210  and MATH 2010  and MATH 2400  

When Offered: SPRING TERM ANNUALLY

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 4


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