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PHYS 290 - Computational Modeling


Next Offered: 2017-2018
Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4NS, QFR

There are many problems in the natural sciences that cannot be solved using pen and paper. This course will introduce the methods that a computational scientist uses to understand the world around us. Topics may include various techniques, e.g. solving ODEs, Monte Carlo simulations, and genetic algorithms, as well as applications, e.g. orbital dynamics, chemical kinetics, molecular dynamics, chaos and other examples from the natural sciences.
Enrollment Limit: 16
Instructor: R. Owen
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 or instructor consent.


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