Essential Physics I

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Author:

Frank W. K. Firk

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

Yale University

Collection:

Yale University

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

Essential Physics 1, is an intensive introduction to classical and special relativity, Newtonian dynamics and gravitation, Einsteinian dynamics and gravitation, and wave motion. Mathematical methods are discussed, as needed; they include: elements of differential geometry, linear operators and matrices, ordinary differential equations, calculus of variations, orthogonal functions and Fourier series, and non-linear equations for chaotic systems. The contents of this book can be taught in one semester. It is a book for first-year college students who have an interest in pursuing a career in Physics or a closely related field.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Textbooks

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