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Hello, I am a second-year Data Science and Physics major at Northeastern University (My school has combined majors that are like double majors but cut a few classes out of each major). I am also considering switching to Math and Physics (I've linked the requirements for each major if it's...

My knowledge of computing is decidedly out of date. Are there any good online courses that are free and that can get me to the leading edge/state of the art? A lot of the stuff that I've seen is ancient, like old MOOCs from 2010, and it makes me wonder if the providers of such are really doing a...

So, I am going into my second year in my physics-math double major. For our program, not much specialized math is specifically needed. I love theoretical high energy physics, have been attending seminars in institutes, and been trying to do some reading on my own (it is hard without the math...

TL;DR Summary: Passionate about math and excels at it, wants to be challenged but prefers the chaotic enviorment of my peers on the standard track Hi there! I am currently a high school freshman in algebra 1B and I love it, but i find it very easy and slow-paced. I understand concepts quickly...

not studying physics but i have some courses that requires a good amount of electorstatics and electromagnetism

I'm interested in having a career in physics (I'm leaning more towards theoretical work instead of experimental aspect of the subject). I'm currently doing my undergraduate studies and decided to pursue Mathematics as a minor subject. These are the courses that I'm planning to take...

I am not going to watch youtube anymore because of advertisements and it was never worth it anyways to pay for. I'm not going to pay for either a college fail student trying to earn some sidecash in India or some genuis professor who simply doesn't care if the students learn from him. Youtube is...

I am looking for bachelors of physics in Europe taught in english, excluding UK and Ireland. This question was posted here: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/physics-bachelors-in-europe-taught-in-english.686730/ but got no answers.

After a long time, I think I want to go back to school. I want to go to an online college. So here are my questions What is the most highly recommended college? (Preferably one with relativity, quantum mechanics, and field theory) What kind of tuition and course prices should I expect? I...

Do you know any such good resources? I want to improve my problem solving skills. I also want to practice competitive programming, so any good courses for that? I want to practice pointers any good courses for that?

I am customer support engineer intern. My supervisor has assignmed me to learn SQL in 2 days. I've studied mysql in the past as well. https://www.w3schools.com/sql/ He has asked me to learn till SQL data types. Are there any video courses to revise my sql using mysql? Remember that this is for...

This is not for professional career or something. This is just to practice OOP as I'm learning C++ atm. I found there are not many course for sfml, sdl, allegro, graphics.h,raylib etc unlike unreal engine. So, if you know something which has a good tutorial, please recommend. In OOP way. I want...

I am about to start applying to different graduate schools in my country (India) for pursuing a Masters in Physics. Unfortunately, very few Indian universities actually want a resume, and offer admission based on competitive exams only. Nevertheless, I am updating my resume and keeping it ready...

Hello, I was wondering what math/ math courses I should study or take before QFT. I've taken courses in linear algebra (one course), diff. equations, partial diff. equations. Thanks!

Hi everyone! I am looking for advice on what courses I should take to better flush out my degree/be more versatile. Currently, I am going into my sophomore year in Applied Mathematics. I originally wanted to change into a Math/CS degree, but it was full, so I had to settle with taking the...

Do they really teach and help anything? I am taking them for my nanoengineering undergraduate program. The textbooks are solid state physics by j r hook and concepts of modern physics by mcgraw hill and r b singh introduction to modern physics and introduction to quantum mechanics by david j...

Hello. I'm looking for a list of resources or sites that offer online courses especially at university level, of course also paid. The subjects I'm interested in are, among others, physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, biology, ... Let's say I want to make good use of my free time...

I am currently pursuing my undergraduate studies in Physics. While I do know some programming (Java, MATLAB, Python), I have no knowledge in Machine Learning. This is an important field, and I want to study it. I have gone through some online courses, and need your help in determining which of...

I'm curious if anyone has tried "ungrading" in their STEM courses and if so, how it worked out. The idea is to get away from the using points to determine a student's grade and use different types of assessment that better motivate students to learn...

I am studying mathematics as bachelor in my second year. At the moment I am taking abstract algebra, analysis (measure and integration theory) and probability course. I don't know exactly what I want to do with maths but the applications in physics always have fascinated me. The next term I have...

Greetings all, The classes in question: Statistics, Probability Theory, Abstract Algebra II, Discrete Math II, and Combinatorics. Considering the overlap between some of these courses, would it be wise to take them concurrently? If you had to remove one class, which one would it be and why...

Hi Everybody, Could you please point me to some good video courses on Physics for the High School level and generally of the introductory level? What I could find meanwhile are: "How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics" from Coursera and "Intro to Physics" from Udacity. I am looking for...

Not sure how universal it is, but my experience through half of my undergrad education gave me the impression that 90% physics was about exactly solvable problems. Off the top of my head, the only approximation we ever did in introductory courses was the binomial expansion to get the electric...

Hi, you all, I am an undegrad Physics student and I'm choosing my optional courses for my third year. I'm looking for advice (or opinions, if you prefer) since I'm not sure what of the following mathematical, optional courses would be more "beneficial" (I know this term is abstract) to my...

Can you give me some high school papers or courses on p and c . I have a good source for problems but need a concise and compact course covering concepts. Thanks!

I'm an undergraduate EE student, the last few semesters I have been taking courses in telecommunications. I took an introduction to telecommunications course, a course on data communications, and a course on digital communications. I have not taken a course on wireless communications and will...

Might need to take 5 courses in one semester. Are these courses too much? I would have to take: -Second year linear algebra -Real analysis -Mathematical modelling (a relatively easy course involving only high school calculus) -Second year calculus -Second year E&M. A plan I thought of...

I created a thread earlier on something a student can do for an online course in STEM. Here's another one, and this time, it applies to both students and instructors in equal measures. One of the most important components of online classes is the Discussion forum. If you have participated in a...

Hi All I recently joined up to the Great Courses plus: https://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/home Mostly I do the courses on stuff I do not already feel I know reasonably well like history, philosophy, George Orwell etc. But just for the heck of it I started doing the course on Understanding...

Hi. What are the math courses should I take in order to understand the mathematics involved in a book such as Sean Carroll in general relativity. Thanks

I am a high school who will be graduating next year. I am almost done with Purcell and Morin which I worked through in my past holidays. However, I am still not proficient in various topics like Linear Algebra, Basic Analysis, and I quite often encounter various new things that I haven't even...

Hi folks, I am trying to decide which math topics to study next, I am a bit indecisive at the moment. I just finished my second year in my physics degree and have taken calculus I-IV, linear algebra I and II, and differential equations. On my own I pick up Boas' book every weekend and study or...

Hello, My university offers a couple Complex Analysis courses, among them there is one with the following description: Introduction to complex variables: "substantial attention to applications in science and engineering. Concepts, calculations, and the ability to apply principles to physical...

Summary:: What are the relevant mathematics/ mathematical physics courses for studying quantum field theory and statistical field theory? I'm a physics undergraduate currently in my junior(third) year, thanks.

How did you find PF?: Various searches, finally decided to sign up. Happy to be here. Hi, I am a freshman student who has taken too many sophomore courses and am slightly worried. I will probably continue my habit of taking courses that are far beyond my capability because I think it'll give...

I just finished my sophomore year of a 4-year undergrad in Physics, what relevant courses should I take to pursue my career in theoretical physics research? Advanced grad courses are to be recommended too, thanks.

Hi, I am currently a second year physics major. I have recently thought about taking statistics/probability courses as electives for the upcoming semester. However, I don't know what types of statistics/probability classes will help me in my physics education. I am not particularly interested in...

I am an incoming graduate student in Theoretical Physics at Universiteit Utrecht, and I struggle to make a choice for one of my mathematical electives. I hope someone can help me out. My main interests lie in the fields of Statistical Physics, phase transitions and collective and critical...

Hi. I'm currently reading papers about ion traps. There are several concepts that I'm not familiar with, such as rf trap, interactions between pulses and ions, Rabi frequency, resonant excitation of internal transition, Lamb-Dicke parameter, Raman scattering and so on. From any courses or...

When first encountering them, did you find your undergraduate physics courses or your graduate physics courses to be more conceptually and technically challenging?

I guess you can say I’m a long way from complete an engineering degree cause I haven’t even taken trig or calculus. With that being said I was wondering is it better to take calculus at a community college rather than a university? Reason I'm asking is because I heard this from other people I've...

From experience, up to what age can the brain and neurons still able to study physics? Steven Weinberg is already 80+ years old. Is his brain still as good as when he was in the 20s? If I begin undergraduate course in physics at 50 yrs old. How long before I can graduate as a PhD? I want to...

Hi, I'm currently looking for SQL courses and Tableau courses online right now. I heard that this is one of the tracks (the database track) to become a software engineer. I already did the SQL course on SoloLearn.com. I learn visual/videos so as long as I can take notes and...

To the people who took AP Physics C in high school and then took the introductory Calc-based physics sequence in college; how does Physics C compare to the Intro Sequence?

Hi, As the title explains I am currently looking for Java/Kotlin courses right now. I learn through experience/hands-on and visual/videos (as long as I can take notes). I have an account on Quickstart already for the CompTIA Linux+ certification and the Microsoft MCSA certification. I think that...

Hello. I'm brand-new to the forum. Can someone suggest some great online physics courses or point me to a location with that information? Background notes • I am a physician (ophthalmologist sub-specialized in corneal transplants). • I have not practiced for many years due to a spinal core...

Are there any courses in the standard undergrad physics curriculum that tend to be more challenging than others?

So, I have been having a rough two years at my university right now. Over the summer I have been playing with the idea of retaking some courses. Is this advisable? Will this reflect poorly on me if I intend to apply to med school?

Program? I am an Australian student, may think about studying in America (saw video of Andrew Dottson mentioning it), in the future. Is it possible to take grad maths courses, e.g. algebraic topology/geometry, complex analysis, representation-theory/lie-groups, PDEs, Measure Theory, Functional...

Hey all, firstly let me give some background, i`m a Cloud Computing Engineer and have been in the I.T. industry for the past 20 years since I left university. I have always had an interest in science and astronomy (My dad was a keen amateur astronomer) but never really taken it very seriously...