Introduction to Mathematical Methods for Physics . PHYS 8
Single variable functions, derivatives and integrals with applications to kinematics. Taylor series. Introduction to ordinary differential equations and Newton's second law as an ODE. Vectors and scalars with physics applications. Dot and cross products. Matrices and determinants. Unit circle and trigonometric identities. Polar coordinates and kinematics in polar coordinates.
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I am a freshman at UCSB who was lucky enough to get Dr. B as my physics professor. He truly was an outstanding kind and caring professor. He highly encouraged in class participation and it was clear that he genuinely wanted all students to learn and enjoy his class. As long as you apply yourself in class and let him teach you will do great!
funny guy and easy class
Very funny and energetic man. He covers a lot of material in a short amount of time, but it is still understandable.
I love that he wants people to ask questions no matter how "stupid" you think the question may be. He just wants students to engage and enjoy how awesome math and physics are which I think makes his lectures very fun. He creates a very comfortable learning environment.
He is the goat. I had him for a few other classes (PHYS8, INT86VW), and he always ensured he knew what he was talking about, unlike other professors. He can always provide a good answer to your question, and he encourages you to ask questions. He also gives good academic advice and will help you steer in the right direction.
he loves calling satisfying equations “cute”