Goucher College 2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
    Nov 23, 2024  
Goucher College 2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.

PHY 280 - Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences (4 Cr.)

(GEN. ED. #5) (GEN. ED. #7 with PHY 220 )
A comprehensive, problem-solving-oriented course designed for students in the physical sciences (e.g., physics, chemistry, and the 3+2 Engineering Program). Various mathematical methods as applied to the relevant problems in physical sciences are discussed. Topics: series, complex analysis, partial differentiation, vector analysis, calculus of variation, tensors, differential equations, special functions, and integral transforms. Four hours lecture. Prerequisites: PHY 126  or permission of instructor. Corequisites: MA 222 . Spring semester. McKibben..