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Emir Shark
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Hi all,
I am completely new to this forum. So allow me to introduce myself. I am currently paving my career as a mathematician, particularly in the field of probability theory and financial mathematics. I am currently pursuing a PhD in this subject and could not help but notice how closely related this field is to physics (i.e. statistical mechanics).
I have taken a few physics courses in the past and have always been fascinated by the subject. It has been a few years (probably 8 or 9 years) since I have taken a physics course. I have a soft spot for this subject and I although it is not related to my thesis, I would still like to learn it, out of passion and hopes that I can somehow apply it in my career one day.
My question is: is there a way I can re-learn physics? Keep in mind I am REALLY rusty and would probably need to go back to Square 1. Below is a break-down of what I have taken and what I am interested in.
Courses taken in the past:
Physics I : Newtonian mechanics, forces, .
Physics II: Wave mechanics, electromagnetism, oscillations, etc.
Modern Physics: Introduction to Special Relativity, Quantum Mechanics
What I am interested in:
Classical Physics
Electromagnetism
Relativity (Special & General)
Quantum Mechanics
I am particularly interested in the theoretical aspects of physics and I quite enjoy solving problems. Perhaps I need some suggestion on the following:
1. What is an appropriate study plan I can take with regards to course structure? Can I apply physics somehow in my research?
2. I don't want to just read textbooks. Can someone recommend some online program (not necessarily a degree) that I can pursue perhaps over the course of a year or so that can get me acquainted once again with these topics?
Thanks,
EM
I am completely new to this forum. So allow me to introduce myself. I am currently paving my career as a mathematician, particularly in the field of probability theory and financial mathematics. I am currently pursuing a PhD in this subject and could not help but notice how closely related this field is to physics (i.e. statistical mechanics).
I have taken a few physics courses in the past and have always been fascinated by the subject. It has been a few years (probably 8 or 9 years) since I have taken a physics course. I have a soft spot for this subject and I although it is not related to my thesis, I would still like to learn it, out of passion and hopes that I can somehow apply it in my career one day.
My question is: is there a way I can re-learn physics? Keep in mind I am REALLY rusty and would probably need to go back to Square 1. Below is a break-down of what I have taken and what I am interested in.
Courses taken in the past:
Physics I : Newtonian mechanics, forces, .
Physics II: Wave mechanics, electromagnetism, oscillations, etc.
Modern Physics: Introduction to Special Relativity, Quantum Mechanics
What I am interested in:
Classical Physics
Electromagnetism
Relativity (Special & General)
Quantum Mechanics
I am particularly interested in the theoretical aspects of physics and I quite enjoy solving problems. Perhaps I need some suggestion on the following:
1. What is an appropriate study plan I can take with regards to course structure? Can I apply physics somehow in my research?
2. I don't want to just read textbooks. Can someone recommend some online program (not necessarily a degree) that I can pursue perhaps over the course of a year or so that can get me acquainted once again with these topics?
Thanks,
EM