Vibrations and Waves
Spring Semester 2013
Instructor: Carlos Lopez Carrillo
Text : Class notes;
Prerequisite: Phys 122 or Pyhs 132; Math 231
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purpose of this course is to prepare you for the study of many
kinds of oscillating systems that you will encounter later in both
experimental and theoretical physics . The emphasis of the course is
on solving problems.
Announcements:
You will need a book on MATLAB for your Lab.
If you don't have
one, we recommend Getting Started With MATLAB by Rudra Pratap.
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Class: During the semester, the class will meet Tuesday and Thursday at Workman 109 from 9:30 to 10:45 am |
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Second Partial |
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Third Partial |
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Final |
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Comprehensive |
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Mondays
and Fridays from 1500 to 1630 hrs. |
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My philosophy about taking a class is that you should take it in a similar way as you would take a job in physics or any job for that matter. So, one should show up to work, work diligently in every assignment, and be prepared for the challenges of the job. |