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A Radically Modern Approach to Introductory Physics, Volume I
David J. Raymond
2009-2012
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This nontraditional text arose from the conviction that science and engineering students would benefit from an introductory course which covers all of physics from a modern point of view. The text takes the perspective of a modern particle physicist and is based more on wave dynamics and relativity than on classical mechanics. The subject matter is split into two volumes of twelve chapters each. This is Volume 1, which covers:
Paper and downloadable versions of both volumes of this text may be purchased from the New Mexico Tech Press. The publisher will donate a portion of sales to New Mexico Tech for scholarships. Volume II is also available.
- Waves, including geometrical optics
- Theory of relativity
- Relativistic matter waves and quantum mechanics
- Classical mechanics as the geometric optics limit of quantum mechanics
Paper and downloadable versions of both volumes of this text may be purchased from the New Mexico Tech Press. The publisher will donate a portion of sales to New Mexico Tech for scholarships. Volume II is also available.
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