Four to six experiments in Computational Physics will be added to a senior physics laboratory. Students will be spared the task of writing computer programs. Instead, commercial software will be used as primary tools. The inclusion of the studies of chaos in non-linear dynamics, orbit simulation of spacecraft under the influence of both the earth and the moon, etc will enrich the experience of the students and acquaint them with a practical approach to "real world" problems.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Physics (PHY)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9052211
Program Officer
Rolf M. Sinclair
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1991-05-01
Budget End
1993-10-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1990
Total Cost
$7,112
Indirect Cost
Name
Florida Institute of Technology
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Melbourne
State
FL
Country
United States
Zip Code
32901