Jan 28, 2026  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

PHYS 551 Classical Mechanics

Credits: 4

This is a systematic introduction to classical mechanics emphasizing motion in three dimensions. Topics include central forces, harmonic oscillations, non-inertial reference frames, rigid body motion, and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics.

Notes: This course is cross listed with PHYS 451  and NANO 551 .


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