This advanced textbook by Tao Pang provides a clear introduction to computational physics. It covers both fundamental methods and recent developments in scientific computing. This study book is suitable for physics students and researchers seeking practical knowledge in computational techniques.
About the book
This second, fully revised edition covers basic principles and advanced topics in computational physics. The book begins with computational tools such as function approximation, differential equations, spectral analysis, and matrix operations. Then topics include molecular dynamics, modeling continuous systems, Monte Carlo methods, genetic algorithms, and numerical renormalization. Relevant examples and exercises support understanding at every level.
Specifications
- Author: Tao Pang (University of Nevada, Las Vegas)
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Format: Trade paperback (US)
- Publication date: 2010-06-10
- Number of pages: 402
- ISBN: 9780521532761
- Theme: Mathematical / Computational / Theoretical physics
- BISAC: SCIENCE / Physics / Mathematical & Computational