Study Physics Easily: Branch Order & Grouping

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The discussion focuses on the optimal order for studying various branches of physics, specifically for a high school graduate preparing for undergraduate studies. Participants recommend starting with classical mechanics and calculus, followed by basic electromagnetism (E&M) covering electric fields, magnetic fields, and circuits. The branches of physics mentioned include classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, particle physics, high energy physics, relativity, astrophysics, atomic molecular and optical physics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and theoretical physics. It is advised to consult college curricula for structured learning paths.

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  • Basic understanding of calculus
  • Familiarity with classical mechanics
  • Knowledge of electric fields and circuits
  • Awareness of undergraduate physics curricula
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  • Study calculus to build a foundation for physics
  • Learn classical mechanics in detail
  • Explore basic electromagnetism concepts
  • Review college physics curricula for structured learning
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I have to study a little of all that before undergrad anyone can help me and put it from the easiest one to the harder ? so i can study them in turn :
-classical mechanics
-quantum mechanics
-particle physics
-high energy physics
-relativity
-astrophysics
-atomic molecular and optical physics
-electromagnetism
-thermodynamics
-theorical physics
And if you can put them into groups of the same subject from the easiest to the harder one so i can study them in turn by groups
 
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Why would you have to study any of these before undergrad?
 
mrnike992 said:
Why would you have to study any of these before undergrad?
i like to have a general idea about physics branches before i can determine one to get a phd in it . so if you can help me please to start group them by subject from the easiest to the harder branch
 
I'd recommend just looking at the wikipedia page for each of them if you're interested in just finding out what they are. And you have several years before you need to worry about which one to 'get a phd' in, as you will be exposed to all of them by the time you finish your b.s. in physics.
 
mrnike992 said:
I'd recommend just looking at the wikipedia page for each of them if you're interested in just finding out what they are. And you have several years before you need to worry about which one to 'get a phd' in, as you will be exposed to all of them by the time you finish your b.s. in physics.
i cheked wikipedia . In fact i like all these branches and i want to start studying a little bit of each one but i want to know the easiests ones and hardest's to start learning them by turn
 
What's your level of education?
 
mrnike992 said:
What's your level of education?
finished high school
 
Alright well if you're so dead set on getting ahead in physics, learn calculus and classical mechanics first. Then worry about the rest
 
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mrnike992 said:
Alright well if you're so dead set on getting ahead in physics, learn calculus and classical mechanics first. Then worry about the rest
i have learned classical mechanics but i want to know what next that
 
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Okay, basic E&M. Electric fields, magnetic fields, circuits, Gauss' Law, Faraday's Law, etc
 
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Peter25samaha said:
i have learned classical mechanics but i want to know what next that
Just follow your college's curriculum.
 
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Amrator said:
Just follow your college's curriculum.
i just finished high school and i haven't entered to college yet
 
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Peter25samaha said:
i just finished high school and i haven't entered to college yet
Look at the curricula of the college(s) you plan on enrolling in and follow them.
 
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