Learn Physics: Beginner Guide to Mastering Physics

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SUMMARY

This discussion provides a structured approach for beginners to master physics, starting from foundational mathematics to advanced concepts. The suggested learning path includes logarithms, algebra, classical laws, Lagrangians, and Hamiltonians. The participant has a background in physics, chemistry, and mathematics up to basic equations and logarithms, indicating a need for a comprehensive study plan. The discussion emphasizes the importance of selecting the right resources and acknowledges that the journey in physics branches into various specialized fields.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of logarithms and algebra
  • Familiarity with classical mechanics concepts
  • Knowledge of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics
  • Access to recommended physics textbooks
NEXT STEPS
  • Study advanced algebra and logarithmic functions
  • Explore classical mechanics through textbooks like "Fundamentals of Physics" by Halliday, Resnick, and Walker
  • Learn about Lagrangian mechanics using "Classical Mechanics" by Herbert Goldstein
  • Investigate Hamiltonian mechanics with resources like "Mechanics" by L.D. Landau and E.M. Lifshitz
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Students of physics, self-learners in science, and anyone seeking a structured approach to mastering physics concepts from foundational mathematics to advanced theories.

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Hi, I am at University studying some languages and I study some others at home by myself. But physics seems very appealing to me and I would really appreciate if someone could make me a little walkthrough of what I should study from my point to the highest point (I know it is way far off but still I like to have definite paths in front of me).
Something like, I do not know, logarithms->algebra->classical laws ->lagrangians->hamiltonians
Some info... I studied physics, chemistry and maths until age 18, so my math got stuck at 2nd grade equations and logarithms. About physics, I studied photoelectric effect, some simple gravitational problem and I don't know how it is said in English but they were problems about throwing an object and calculating its speed, height, force...
Bottom line, I would start nearly from zero but with the correct books and my hunger of knowledge I can get it going. Any help will be appreaciated and if anybody would like to enlighten me with what things to study or what others can be learned as you go on are very welcome. Thanks in advance.
 
There's no highest point. It just branches out into lots of different subjects, like a tree, so it really depends on what you want to do.

Here's one possible set of guidelines:

http://math.ucr.edu/home/baez/books.html
 

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