Mathematical methods for physics and engineering

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The discussion centers on the need for additional mathematics and physics knowledge for a student pursuing an M.Sc. in Computational Science after completing a B.Sc. in Biotechnology. The book "Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering" by Riley is highlighted as a comprehensive resource that covers essential mathematical techniques for undergraduate physics and engineering. Participants confirm that studying this book can bring a student up to par with peers who have a physics background in terms of mathematical proficiency. Additionally, another book, "Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences" by Mary L. Boas, is also recommended for its usefulness in mastering the necessary mathematical concepts.
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Hi everybody. I am studying Biotechnology (B.Sc.) and we only have one course of Calculus and one of General Physics. I would like to continue my study with am M.Sc. in Computational Science or something similar so i need to study more math and physics (so first of all math!). I found the book by Riley "Mathematical methods for physics and engineering" and many people wrote that it has all the math a student need during a B.Sc. in physics or engineering. Is it real? I mean: if a study it am I at the same level of one who study physics (concerning math of course)?
 
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I took a look at the table of contents of the book.It covers all of the mathematical techniques needed in undergraduate physics.Also a good extent of the ones needed in graduate physics.So yes,its OK.
 
lollofabbrism said:
Hi everybody. I am studying Biotechnology (B.Sc.) and we only have one course of Calculus and one of General Physics. I would like to continue my study with am M.Sc. in Computational Science or something similar so i need to study more math and physics (so first of all math!). I found the book by Riley "Mathematical methods for physics and engineering" and many people wrote that it has all the math a student need during a B.Sc. in physics or engineering. Is it real? I mean: if a study it am I at the same level of one who study physics (concerning math of course)?

Mathematical methods in the physical sciences - Mary L BOAS

This book came highly recommended by a few posters here and I have to say I'm finding it incredibly useful.
 

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