An Introduction to Computational Physics - Hardcover

Pang, Tao

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521481430 ISBN 13: 9780521481434

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1997

Synopsis

This advanced textbook provides an introduction to the basic methods of computational physics, as well as an overview of recent progress in several areas of scientific computing. The author presents many step-by-step examples of practical numerical methods, often with the relevant program listing. The first half of the book deals with basic computational tools and routines, covering differential equations, spectral analysis and matrix operations. Important concepts are illustrated by relevant examples at each stage. The author also discusses more advanced topics, such as Monte Carlo simulations, lattice gas methods, molecular dynamics and symbolic computing. The book includes many exercises, and it can be used as a textbook for senior undergraduate or first-year graduate courses on scientific computation. It will also be a useful reference for anyone involved in computational physics or related disciplines.

About this title

Book Description

An introductory textbook to the basic methods of computational physics for advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate students, which also gives an overview of recent progress in several areas of scientific computing. Includes many step-by-step examples of practical numerical methods, often with the relevant program listing.

About the Author

Tao Pang is Professor of Physics at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His main areas of research include condensed matter theory and computational physics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521481430
• ISBN 13: 9780521481434
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 392