Computational Methods in Physics, Chemistry and Biology

An Introduction

Paul Harrison (The University of Leeds, UK)

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English

John Wiley & Sons Inc
27 September 2001

Maths for scientists; Scientific equipment, experiments & techniques; Physics; Chemistry; Maths for computer scientists

Providing an accessible introduction to a range of modern computational techniques, this book is perfect for anyone with only a limited knowledge of physics. It leads readers through a series of examples, problems, and practical-based tasks covering the basics to more complex ideas and techniques. The focus is placed on the dynamic area

of modern physics, helping readers understand the power and uses of computational physics.
* Leads the reader from a basic introduction to more sophisticated techniques
* Provides the skill-building exercises necessary to tackle more complex problems
* Applies essential techniques to a wide range of key problems

By: Paul Harrison (The University of Leeds UK)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 251mm, Width: 195mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 624g
ISBN: 9780471495628
ISBN 10: 047149562X
Pages: 222
Publication Date: 27 September 2001
Audience: College/higher education , A / AS level
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface. Acknowledgments. About the Author. About the Book. Introduction. Numerical Solutions to Schrödinger's Equation. Approximate Methods. Matrix Methods. Deterministic Simulations. Stochastic Simulations. Percolation Theory. Evolutionary Methods. Molecular Dynamics. Appendix A: FORTRAN Implementation of the Shooting Method. Appendix B: ² in Spherical Polar Coordinates. Appendix C: A Comment on the Computer Sourcecodes. Appendix D: Note for Tutors. References. Index.

Paul Harrison is with the University Department of Psychiatry at Warneford Hospital in Oxford, UK.