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PHYS 432. Physics of Fluids.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Physics (Faculty of Science)
Terms offered: Winter 2027
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Description

The physical properties of fluids. The kinematics and dynamics of flow. The effects of viscosity and turbulence. Applications of fluid mechanics in biophysics, geophysics and engineering.
  • Winter
  • 3 hours lectures
  • Prerequisites: PHYS 230, MATH 223, MATH 314, MATH 315
  • Restriction: Not open to students who have taken PHYS 332.

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