Physics 271 - Math Methods of Physics I

Fall
2026
01AA

M 4:00PM 4:50PM

UMass Amherst
20675
Introduction to mathematical methods for solving problems in physics, including approximation methods, complex algebra, ordinary differential equations, the harmonic oscillator, and linear algebra including matrix diagonalization and eigenvalue problems.

PHYSICS 151/181 and MATH 132

Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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