RCL: Subjects
PHYSICS Traditionally, physics is a discipline for which undergraduates do little reading beyond their textbooks. In putting together this list of resources, I have attempted to create a collection that will be interesting to the undergraduate population. In particular, it includes: classic works by pioneers in physics; typical textbooks from the physics curricula, to supplement course textbooks; popular level reading material, such as biographies and histories, that is accessible for all students (in and out of physics); advanced and special topics so that motivated students will have resources beyond their texts. These special topics include, for example, quantum computing, biophysics and environmental physics, phase transitions, and the quantum hall effect; and a small reference collection for quick facts and background information as needed by students. Currently, web sites are not included in the list since the content is typically not substantive enough to be worthy of a 'monograph' status. Ideally, the selected titles serve as balanced, usable collection with both breadth and depth. Return to Subject List