Computational Physics I (PHYS3071)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2021
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
External
Class hours
5 Contact hours
Prerequisite
(MATH2001 + MATH2100)
Assessment methods
Assignments, laboratory reports and examinations
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course is an introduction to computational physics involving Unix-based computing and the C++ programming language. It covers concepts and skills lying at the intersection of physics, applied mathematics and computer science. It involves an introduction to the Unix operating system, C++ programming, and numerical and graphical methods applied to a range of example physical problems.
