The discussion revolves around recommendations for advanced-level books covering the Hydrogen atom and Kepler's laws, as requested by a participant preparing for a master's degree interview. The scope includes theoretical and conceptual understanding of both subjects.
Participants express differing views on what constitutes a "high level" understanding, with some advocating for classical mechanics approaches while others suggest more advanced topics. No consensus is reached on the specific book recommendations for each subject.
The discussion highlights the ambiguity in defining "high level" and the varying interpretations of what advanced study entails, particularly in relation to the depth of mechanics covered.
raeed said:Hi, I have an interview for masters degree program in 2 weeks and they asked to study two subjects thoroughly, first being Hydrogen atom and second being Kepler's laws. anyone recommends one book about each subject with advanced level questions that would help me understand the subjects to a high level?
Thanks
More focused on the Hamiltonian mechanics.andresB said:Define "high level".
Classical mechanics by Marion covers Keplers law (as most books in mechanics do) in terms of Newton's laws, is that enough or do you need more advanced stuff like Hamilton-Jacobi and angle-action variables?
I think most books on analytical mechanics do that.raeed said:More focused on the Hamiltonian mechanics.