Mathematical Methods of Physics
Code
11678
Academic unit
Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia
Department
Departamento de Física
Credits
6.0
Teacher in charge
António Carlos Simões Paiva
Weekly hours
3
Total hours
60
Teaching language
Português
Objectives
The objective of this course is the acquisition of proficiency in the aplication of mathematical methods to the solution of physical problems.
We will also use this course as an opportunity for students to learn how to use modern mathematical packages on computers to do calculations, graphing, and numerical simulations.
Prerequisites
Previous approval in the following courses: A.L.G.A., Análise Matemática IB, IIB, IIIB and IVB, or Análise Matemática ID, IID e IIID.
Bibliography
1- Métodos Matemáticos para Físicos e Engenheiros, José Paulo Santos e Manuel Fernandes Laranjeira, Fundação da FCT
2- Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences, Mary L. Boas, Wiley
Teaching method
The course is organized in lectures where the theory is presented and problems are discussed with the instructor.
Evaluation method
Evaluation
There will be two midterm evaluation tests and a project.
Alternatively, a Final Examination.
Grading
Midterms 30% each and 40% for the project
Final Examination 100%
Students must score minimum of 10 out of 20 to pass.