Computational Physics

Problem Solving with Python

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, Mathematical Physics
Cover of the book Computational Physics by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez, Wiley
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez ISBN: 9783527684694
Publisher: Wiley Publication: July 10, 2015
Imprint: Wiley-VCH Language: English
Author: Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
ISBN: 9783527684694
Publisher: Wiley
Publication: July 10, 2015
Imprint: Wiley-VCH
Language: English

The use of computation and simulation has become an essential part of the scientific process. Being able to transform a theory into an algorithm requires significant theoretical insight, detailed physical and mathematical understanding, and a working level of competency in programming.

This upper-division text provides an unusually broad survey of the topics of modern computational physics from a multidisciplinary, computational science point of view. Its philosophy is rooted in learning by doing (assisted by many model programs), with new scientific materials as well as with the Python programming language. Python has become very popular, particularly for physics education and large scientific projects. It is probably the easiest programming language to learn for beginners, yet is also used for mainstream scientific computing, and has packages for excellent graphics and even symbolic manipulations.

The text is designed for an upper-level undergraduate or beginning graduate course and provides the reader with the essential knowledge to understand computational tools and mathematical methods well enough to be successful. As part of the teaching of using computers to solve scientific problems, the reader is encouraged to work through a sample problem stated at the beginning of each chapter or unit, which involves studying the text, writing, debugging and running programs, visualizing the results, and the expressing in words what has been done and what can be concluded. Then there are exercises and problems at the end of each chapter for the reader to work on their own (with model programs given for that purpose).

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The use of computation and simulation has become an essential part of the scientific process. Being able to transform a theory into an algorithm requires significant theoretical insight, detailed physical and mathematical understanding, and a working level of competency in programming.

This upper-division text provides an unusually broad survey of the topics of modern computational physics from a multidisciplinary, computational science point of view. Its philosophy is rooted in learning by doing (assisted by many model programs), with new scientific materials as well as with the Python programming language. Python has become very popular, particularly for physics education and large scientific projects. It is probably the easiest programming language to learn for beginners, yet is also used for mainstream scientific computing, and has packages for excellent graphics and even symbolic manipulations.

The text is designed for an upper-level undergraduate or beginning graduate course and provides the reader with the essential knowledge to understand computational tools and mathematical methods well enough to be successful. As part of the teaching of using computers to solve scientific problems, the reader is encouraged to work through a sample problem stated at the beginning of each chapter or unit, which involves studying the text, writing, debugging and running programs, visualizing the results, and the expressing in words what has been done and what can be concluded. Then there are exercises and problems at the end of each chapter for the reader to work on their own (with model programs given for that purpose).

More books from Wiley

Cover of the book Computer Fraud Casebook by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Global Heritage by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Health Care in the United States by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Geotechnical Problem Solving by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book In Vivo NMR Spectroscopy by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Applied Impact Mechanics by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Diabetes For Dummies by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Pattern-Oriented Software Architecture For Dummies by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Diabetes for Dummies by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Promising and High-Impact Practices: Student Success Programs in the Community College Context by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Your Creative Brain by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Pensionize Your Nest Egg by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Network Advantage by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book Behavioral Modeling and Predistortion of Wideband Wireless Transmitters by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
Cover of the book The Parenting Skills Treatment Planner, with DSM-5 Updates by Rubin H. Landau, Cristian C. Bordeianu, Manuel J Páez
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy