The forum discussion centers on recommendations for advanced-level books covering the Hydrogen atom and Kepler's laws in preparation for a master's degree interview. Key suggestions include "Classical Mechanics" by Marion for Kepler's laws, which discusses Newton's laws, and "Goldstein" (2nd edition) for a comprehensive understanding of Hamiltonian mechanics, including Hamilton-Jacobi theory. Additional recommendations include problem books by Kotking & Serbo, and Gignoux & Silvestre-Brac, which incorporate both topics effectively.
PREREQUISITESStudents preparing for advanced physics interviews, educators teaching classical and quantum mechanics, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Hydrogen atom and Kepler's laws.
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.