PHY165 Supplementary Mathematics for Theoretical Physicists (10 credits)

Year Running: 2015/2016

Credit level: F4

Pre-requisites for		MAS280 (when the module is running)
Co-requisites		MAS110 MAS111
Excluded		PHY120
Additional Information		Restricted to PHYU04, PHYU16 and PHYU24

Description

This module provides the necessary supplementary mathematics for theoretical physics students taking level 1 mathematics modules. The following topics will be covered: consolidate previous knowledge of vectors; introduce the students to vector calculus; elementary probability theory; ensure that the students have a thorough knowledge of how to apply mathematical tools to physical problems.

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	64.0
Lecture	18.0
Problem Solving	18.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Exam	2.0	80 %
Other	0.0	20 %

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2024-25.