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Jan 27, 2026
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PHYS 3241 - Computational Methods in Physics (3 cr. + 1 cr.)
Prerequisites
MACT 2132 , MACT 2141
Description
Principles of programming and computing employing MATLAB. Topics covered include data types, arithmetic, scripts, user-defined functions, inputs, outputs, conditionals, loops, arrays, and modular programming. An emphasis is given to the visualization and graphical representation. Linear systems of equations and matrices; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; numerical errors; numerical solution of linear and nonlinear equations; curve fitting; numerical differentiation and integration; numerical solution of ordinary differential equations; applications in various fields of physics. MATLAB will mostly be used as a programming language in the weekly computer laboratory sessions.
Hours
Three-credit lectures and one credit computer lab.
When Offered
Offered in fall or spring.
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