PHYS 1191 — Foundations of Theoretical Physics

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Presents a comprehensive, self-contained introduction to the conceptual and mathematical foundations of theoretical physics. Commences with an integrated, first-principles approach to its five main areas: analytical dynamics, fields, statistical physics, relativity, and quantum theory. Focuses mostly on classical mechanics. Constitutes the first half of a two-semester calculus-based introductory physics sequence for science majors. Designed for students with preparation in Newtonian mechanics or those with advanced math preparation.

Prerequisites

• one of:
  • MATH 1241 (min D-)
  • MATH 1242 (min D-) (may be taken concurrently)
  • MATH 1341 (min D-)
  • MATH 21EM
  • MATH 1342 (min D-) (may be taken concurrently)
  • MATH 211M
  • MATH 2321 (min D-) (may be taken concurrently)
  • MATH 316M

Corequisites (same term)

• all of:
  • PHYS 1192
  • PHYS 1193

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