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Courses - Fall 2025
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PHYS273H
Intermediate Oscillations and Waves
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: MATH241 and PHYS272; and must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: (PHYS274, MATH243, MATH246 or equivalent).
Classical physics at an intermediate level, introducing mathematical tools such as complex variables, linear differential equations, and Fourier series and transforms. Physics of mechanical and electrical oscillators, including damped and driven systems; coupled oscillators and normal modes; the classical wave equation and its Fourier solutions; wave reflection and transmission at boundaries; Maxwell's equations in differential form; electromagnetic waves, and physical optics.
For general honors students only. Jointly offered with PHYS 273.