16:642:561 Intro Math Physics I

Fall 2019

Michael Kiessling

Course Description:

The course introduces the student to classical (i.e. non-quantum) physics at a mathematically rigorous level. Newton's mechanics and Maxwell-Lorentz electrodynamics are covered, and Einstein's special relativity theory. (General relativity is touched up in the last lecture). The emphasis is on conceptual clarity in setting up a physical theory, and where the loose ends are in our understanding.

Textbook:

Kiessling's lecture notes

Prerequisites:

501, and permission of the instructor