2019-2020 Catalog and Student Handbook

PHYS 342 Classical Mechanics I

Analytical methods applied to kinematics and dynamics of particles and systems. Topics include motion of rigid bodies, oscillations, and central forces. Introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Complete PHYS 222 & MATH 302

Distribution

Scientific Inquiry/No Lab