Books Recommendations for physics majors

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for books that are beneficial for physics majors, particularly those who have just completed their first year of university. The focus includes mathematics, physics, and laboratory-related texts.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant recommends "First Course in Mathematical Analysis" by Canuto-Springer for foundational mathematics, stating it covers essential topics for further studies in mathematical analysis.
  • Another participant suggests that any generic book on linear algebra would suffice.
  • A recommendation is made for Taylor's "Classical Mechanics" as an engaging resource for physics, along with Taylor's "Error Analysis" for laboratory work.
  • A participant advises starting with "Schaum's Outline of Mathematics for Physics Students" for those lacking a mathematics background.
  • One participant mentions the value of "Schaum's Mathematical Tables and Formulas," highlighting its extensive list of solved integrals and useful information for applied mathematics in quantum mechanics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the usefulness of the recommended books, but there are multiple suggestions and no consensus on a single best resource.

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Some recommendations depend on individual preferences and backgrounds in mathematics and physics, and there may be varying levels of familiarity with the suggested texts.

Who May Find This Useful

Students entering their first year of physics or those looking to enhance their knowledge in mathematics and physics may find these recommendations helpful.

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Hey everyone!
So i have finished my first year at the university and i would like to share my experience for those who about to proceed their first year or want to improve their knowledge!

Starting with Mathematics:
I recommend these books
* First Course in mathematical analysis Canuto-Springer
(It covers everything from the beginning to the end of the first part needed to proceed to Mathematical analysis II and Complex analysis I.)

Linear algebra, any generic book will be fine!

Physics: I used Taylor's book Classical mechanics, it's really interesting and explaining the material in extraordinary way!

For Laboratory, I used Error analysis book of Taylor J. as well.

And that about it.

Now if you guys have no idea where to start, or don't have any background in mathematics i really recommend you to start with Schaum's Outline of Mathematics for Physics Students.

If you have any questions about the first year, or how to proceed you can freely sending me a message :)

have a terrific day :3
 
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Welcome to PF!

If you liked Schaums then you should get their book on Mathematical Tables and Formulas. It has a large list of solved integrals, and great info on other applied math topics including coordinate systems and Bessel, legendre and Laguerre functions useful n Quantum Mechanics.
 
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jedishrfu said:
Welcome to PF!

If you liked Schaums then you should get their book on Mathematical Tables and Formulas. It has a large list of solved integrals, and great info on other applied math topics including coordinate systems and Bessel, legendre and Laguerre functions useful n Quantum Mechanics.
Thanks i will check it out! o0)
 

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