Classical Mechanics (411-0-1)

Instructors

Elena Murchikova

Meeting Info

Technological Institute M177: Mon, Wed 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

This is an advanced course in classical mechanics, using Goldstein's classic "Classical Mechanics." We will cover Lagrangians, the two-body problem, small oscillations, rigid bodies, Hamiltonians, planetary dynamics, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi equation, and action-angle coordinates.

Class Materials (Required)

Classical Mechanics by Goldstein, publisher- Addison-Wesley, ISBN- 978-0201029185

Previous Editions: Yes, 3rd or 2nd
Online/eBook available: No
Price Range: $28.69- $71.40
Other Purchases: None