An Introduction to Computational Physics

Pang, Tao

ISBN 10: 0521825695 / ISBN 13: 9780521825696

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction to Computational Physics
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521825695
• ISBN 13: 9780521825696
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Thoroughly updated and revised for its second edition, this advanced textbook provides an introduction to the basic methods of computational physics, and an overview of recent progress in several areas of scientific computing. Tao Pang presents many step-by-step examples, including program listings in JavaTM, of practical numerical methods from modern physics and related areas. Now including many more exercises, the volume can be used as a textbook for either undergraduate or first-year graduate courses on computational physics or scientific computation. It will also be a useful reference for anyone involved in computational research.

Book Description

Thoroughly updated and revised for its second edition, this advanced textbook provides an introduction to the methods of computational physics, and offers an overview of recent progress in several areas of scientific computing. At every stage, important concepts are illustrated with relevant step-by-step examples, including program listings in JavaTM and exercises. Aimed at undergraduate or first-year graduate courses on computational physics or scientific computation, it will also be a useful reference for anyone involved in computational research.