Introductory Computational Physics - Softcover

Klein, Andi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052153562X ISBN 13: 9780521535625

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2010

Synopsis

Computers are one of the most important tools available to physicists, whether for calculating and displaying results, simulating experiments, or solving complex systems of equations. Introducing students to computational physics, this textbook, first published in 2006, shows how to use computers to solve mathematical problems in physics and teaches students about choosing different numerical approaches. It also introduces students to many of the programs and packages available. The book relies solely on free software: the operating system chosen is Linux, which comes with an excellent C++ compiler, and the graphical interface is the ROOT package available for free from CERN. This broad scope textbook is suitable for undergraduates starting on computational physics courses. It includes exercises and many examples of programs. Online resources at www.cambridge.org/0521828627 feature additional reference information, solutions, and updates on new techniques, software and hardware used in physics.

About this title

About the Authors

Andi Klein is a technical staff member at Los Alamos National Laboratory, New Mexico.

Alexander Godunov is Research Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics, Old Dominion University, Virginia.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 052153562X
• ISBN 13: 9780521535625
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 148