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KEY BENEFIT: Now in its third edition, this book teaches physical concepts using computer simulations. The text incorporates objectoriented programming techniques and encourages readers to develop good programming habits in the context of doing physics. Designed for readers at all levels, An Introduction to Computer Simulation Methods uses Java, currently the most popular programming language. Introduction, Tools for Doing Simulations, Simulating Particle Motion, Oscillatory Systems, FewBody Problems: The Motion of the Planets, The Chaotic Motion of Dynamical Systems, Random Processes, The Dynamics of Many Particle Systems, Normal Modes and Waves, Electrodynamics, Numerical and Monte Carlo Methods, Percolation, Fractals and Kinetic Growth Models, Complex Systems, Monte Carlo Simulations of Thermal Systems, Quantum Systems, Visualization and Rigid Body Dynamics, Seeing in Special and General Relativity, Epilogue: The Unity of Physics For all readers interested in developing programming habits in the context of doing physics.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'An Introduction to Computer Simulation Methods'? A: The book primarily focuses on teaching physical concepts through computer simulations, utilizing Java programming to help readers develop good programming habits while learning physics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'An Introduction to Computer Simulation Methods' is Harvey Gould.
- Q: What programming language does the book use for simulations? A: The book uses Java, which is currently one of the most popular programming languages for simulations.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 720 pages.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the third edition of 'An Introduction to Computer Simulation Methods'.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on January 19, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in programming? A: Yes, the book is designed for readers at all levels, making it suitable for beginners as well as those with more experience.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics including particle motion, few-body problems, chaotic motion, random processes, and Monte Carlo simulations, among others.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.