PHY 6246: Classical Mechanics
University of Central Florida
Variational principles. Lagrange, Hamiltonian, and Poisson bracket formulations of mechanics. Hamilton�s principle of least action. Hamilton-Jacobi theory. Perturbation theory. Continuous systems. Chaos.
Average GPA: 3.54
Grade distribution records: 167 students across 8 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 92 | 55.1% |
| A- | 16 | 9.6% |
| B+ | 13 | 7.8% |
| B | 27 | 16.2% |
| B- | 8 | 4.8% |
| C+ | 3 | 1.8% |
| C | 5 | 3.0% |
| D+ | 1 | 0.6% |
| F | 2 | 1.2% |
Based on 167 student grade records across 8 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Masahiro Ishigami 73 students, Average GPA 3.79
- Yanga R Fernandez 64 students, Average GPA 3.51
- Bhimsen K Shivamoggi 15 students, Average GPA 3.07
- Eduardo R Mucciolo 15 students, Average GPA 2.89