Feynman Lectures: Is It Right For Engineering Student?

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The discussion centers on the suitability of Feynman lectures as a supplement for physics studies, particularly for engineering students. While Feynman lectures are highly regarded, some participants suggest they may be too advanced for beginners. Instead, they recommend exploring open courseware lecture series, which are freely available online and can provide a more accessible introduction to physics concepts. Engaging with these resources can help students gauge their understanding and enhance their learning experience.
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Hello everyone. My name is Sam and I am an engineering student. I am very interested in studying physics. I am currently using physics by Halliday/Resnick/Krane. I have read good reviews on Feynman lectures but not really sure about its content. Is Feynman lectures a good supplement or is it too early for me to understand it?
 
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I do not recommend the Feynman undergrad lectures to students starting out learning physics.
You are better to suppliment your text with an opencoarsware lecture series.
 
They're free online, so why not take an hour to read through some of them? See if you understand it and if they're helpful.
 

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