PHYS 4100 Classical Mechanics

This course studies classical mechanics at the intermediate level and develops analytical skills for later physics courses. It includes: single particle dynamics and oscillations; conservative forces and conservation laws; gravitation and central force motion; Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics; system of particles and rigid body dynamics.

Course overview

Department
Physics
School
MCAS
Credits
4
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Every Fall

Requirements fulfilled

  • Applied Physics B.S.: At least two of the following Advanced Physics Courses (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Mathematics B.S.: Natural science, computer science, or economics corequisites (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Physics B.S.: Required Physics Courses (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

Requirement eligibility can vary by school, cohort, and section. Confirm the selected section in EagleApps or with an advisor.

Official evaluation summary

4.04 / 5

Based on 47 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Michael Naughton
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 · Official rating 4.12/5
  • Ying Ran
    Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.71/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Michael Naughton · Higgins Hall 260 F 03:00PM-03:50PM;Higgins Hall 260 TuTh 12:00 Noon-01:15PM · Offered