List of Undergrad Physics texts.

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The discussion focuses on recommended undergraduate physics textbooks for students pursuing a four-year degree, particularly for those studying Electrical Engineering (EE). Key texts mentioned include "Fundamentals of Physics" by Halliday, Resnick, and Walker, John Taylor's "Classical Mechanics," David Griffiths' books on Quantum Mechanics (QM) and Electromagnetism (E&M), Liboff's QM book, and Reif's Statistical Mechanics. Participants emphasize the utility of these texts for self-study in physics, despite potential challenges for EE students in certain areas like Space Physics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of undergraduate-level physics concepts
  • Familiarity with Quantum Mechanics and Electromagnetism
  • Basic knowledge of Statistical Mechanics
  • Ability to engage with advanced physics texts
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore John Taylor's "Classical Mechanics" for foundational mechanics principles
  • Study David Griffiths' "Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" for a comprehensive overview of QM
  • Read Liboff's "Introductory Quantum Mechanics" to deepen understanding of quantum concepts
  • Investigate Reif's "Statistical Mechanics" for insights into thermodynamics and statistical physics
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Undergraduate physics students, Electrical Engineering majors, and anyone interested in self-studying advanced physics topics.

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Other than "Fundamental of Physics" by Halliday, Resnick and Walker, I'd like to know a few more good texts used in 4-year undergrad degree? I'm doing EE right now and I'd like to study Phsyics on my own.

thanks.
 
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Peon666 said:
Other than "Fundamental of Physics" by Halliday, Resnick and Walker, I'd like to know a few more good texts used in 4-year undergrad degree? I'm doing EE right now and I'd like to study Phsyics on my own.

thanks.

John Taylor (Mr Wizard)'s Classical Mechanics.
David Griffith's QM & E&M books are good.
Liboff's QM book.
Reif for Statistical Mechanics
 
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http://www.springer.com/astronomy/book/978-3-540-34143-7"

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http://www.springer.com/astronomy/book/978-3-540-22346-7"


Gonna need these for sure. I have them and it worked out great for me. But this is Space Physics though, not sure an EE is going to enjoy them much but its worth a look. :approve:
 
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