Mathematical Methods for Physics: Using MATLAB & Maple
James R. Claycomb, Houston Baptist University
Mercury Learning and Information, 2018
ISBN: 9781683920984;
Language: English
Mathematical Methods for Physics may be used by students and professionals in physics and engineering who have completed first-year calculus and physics. An introductory chapter reviews algebra, trigonometry, units, and complex numbers frequently used in physics. Examples using MATLAB for symbolic and numerical calculations in physics with a variety of plotting features are included in all 16 chapters. The book applies many mathematical concepts in chapter 1-9 to fundamental physics topics in mechanics, electromagnetics, quantum mechanics, and relativity in chapters 10-16.
MATLAB examples are included in every chapter. Some examples also use Symbolic Math Toolbox or Partial Differential Equation Toolbox.
Features
- Each chapter includes the mathematical development of the concept with numerous examples
- Applies the mathematical concepts to fundamental physics principles such as relativity, mechanics, electromagnetics, etc.
- Introduces basic MATLAB commands and programming structures
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Companion files with MATLAB worksheets and files are included in a CD bound with the book.
