Equations of motion for a single particle. Oscillatory Motion. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics. Central force motion. Motion of systems of particles and of rigid bodies. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2305 and MATH 2004, or permission of the Department. Lectures three hours a week. [0.5 credits]
Equations of motion for a single particle. Oscillatory Motion. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics. Central force motion. Motion of systems of particles and of rigid bodies. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2305 and MATH 2004, or permission of the Department. Lectures three hours a week. [0.5 credits]