A course of three lectures per week with practice classes and practical work.
SYLLABUS
Introduction to engineering systems involving mineral processing. Characteristics of and assembly of raw materials.
Factors affecting physical processing; preparation of minerals for processing—physical size reduction and size separation; liberation; energy requirements.
Conditions affecting chemical processing; techniques of mass transfer and reaction vessels;
energy requirements.
Separation of materials including solid-solid, solid-liquid,'solid-gas, liquid-liquid, liquid-gas and gas-gas systems with reference to mineral processing.
Preparation of materials for utilization; Technological aspects of processing with reference to production of various materials both metallic and non-metallic; examples of integrated processes. Preparation of materials for marketing.
PRACTICE CLASSES
One hour per week of qualitative and quantitative exercises relating to the syllabus.
PRACTICAL WORK
Approximately iii hours of laboratory work and plant visits relating to the syllabus.
FINAL HONOURS
Students who elect to take Final. Honours must consult with the Head of the Department at the beginning of the academic year. These students may be assigned some work of a more specialized nature during the year.
BOOKS
(a) Prescribed text-books: Students are advised to consult the lecturer.
(b) Recommended for reference:
Brown, G. G., Unit Operations. (Wiley.)
Foust, A. S., et ai, Principles of Unit Operations. (Wiley.) Taggart, A. F., Handbook of Mineral Dressing. (Wiley.)
klassen, V. I. and Mokrousov, V. A., An Introduction to the Theory of Flotation.
(Butterworth.)
Short, M. N., Microscopic Determination of the Ore Minerals. (U.S. Geol. Surv. Bull., gi4.) Newton, J., Extractive Metallurgy. (Wiley.)
The Physical Chemistry of Process Metallurgy. Disc. Farad. Soc., No. 4. (1948.)
Fifth Empire Mining and Metallurgical Congress 1953, Publications Vol. III Ore Dressing Methods in Australia; Vol. IV, Extractive Metallurgy in Australia.
Eighth Commonwealth Mining and Metallurgical Congress 1865. Publications, Vol. 3, The Australian Mining, Metallurgical and Mineral Industry.
Lidell, D. M., (ed.), Handbook of Non-Ferrous Metallurgy, Vol. I. (ind ed., McGraw-Hill, 1945.)
EXAMINATION Two three-hour papers.
The results of the Annual Examination shall be based on assessment of performance not only in the written papers, but also in practice classes and practical work.
643-1. MINING PART I
(Associate Professor Dunkin, Mr Nevill)A course of two lectures a week throughout the year with practical work.
SYLLABUS
1. Prospecting, exploration and development, drilling, explosives, blasting (z units).
z. Support of excavations, principal underground and surface mining methods, mine sampling (1 unit).
3.Intтoduction to rock mechanics, the elements of design of mining excavations and equipment (1 unit).
PRACTICAL WORK
Three hours per week of excursions, practical work and practice classes.
Candidates may be required to visit mines and other places associated with mining at times to be arranged during the year.
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Books
(a) Recommended for preliminary reading:
Blainey, G., The Rush That Never Ended. (M.U.P.)
Haddock, M. H., Cultural Contacts of Mining. (Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1949.) Read, J., Explosives. (Pelican.)
(b) Prescribed text-books:
Lewis, R. S., The Elements of Mining. (3rd., Wiley.) or Young, G. J., Elements of Mining. (4th ed., McGraw-Hill.)
*Gregory, C. E., Explosives for Engineers. (Q'id. U.P., 1965.) (c) Recommended for reference:
McAdam, R. and Westwater, R., Mining Explosives. (Edinburgh, Oliver and Boyd.) Peele, R., Mining Engineer's Handbook. (3rd ed., Wiley.)
Stoces, B., Introduction to Mining. (Eng. ed., Lange, Maxwell & Springer, 1954.) Cumming, J. D., Diamond Drill Handbook. (ind ed., Toronto.)
Symposium on Diamond Drilling. (Journal of the Chemical, Metallurgical and Mining Society of South Africa, Vol. 52, No. 1o, Part a, April, 1952.)
Mining Methods in Australia and Adjacent Territories. (Fifth Empire Mining and Metallurgical Congress (1853) Publications, Vol. II.)
Jackson, C. F. and Hedges, J. H., Metal Mining Practice. (U.S. Bureau of Mines Bull. 419.) Sinclair, J., Winning Coal. (Pitman, 1g6o.)
Harrison, H. L. H., Examination Boring and Valuation of Alluvial and Kindred Deposits. (Mining Publications.)
Jackson, C. F. and knaebel, J. B., Sampling and Estimation of Ore Deposits. (U.S. Bureau of Mines Bull. 356.)
Isaacson, E. de St. Q., Rock Pressure in Mines. (and ed., Mining Publications.)
Eighth Commonwealth Mining and Metallurgical Congress 1965. Publications, Vol. 3, The Australian Mining, Metallurgical and Mineral Industry.
EXAMINATION
Tests throughout the year and one 3-hour written paper.
Practical work done during the course will be assessed as part of the annual examination.
634. MINING PART I A
The course as prescribed for Mining Part I but with only about ;б hours of practical work.
643-2. MINING PART II (Associate Professor Dunkin, Mr Nevi11) A course of 84 lectures, with practical work.
SYLLABUS
1. Tunnelling and mine development.
a. Gases and dust in mine atmospheres.
3. Mine ventilation and drainage.
4. Stoping, deep level mining, petroleum exploration and production.
5. Open pit and alluvial mining methods.
6. Underground mining of bedded deposits.
7. Mine examination and valuation.
(Additional units on special topics may be prescribed for Final Honours candidates.) PRACTICAL WORK
About z hours per week.
Candidates may be required to visit mines and other places associated with mining at times to be arranged during the year.
FINAL HONOURS
Students who elect to take Final Honours must consult with the Head of the Department at the beginning of the academic year. These students may be set additional work during the year.
BOOKS
(a) Recommended for preliminary reading:
Spalding, J., Deep Mining. (Mining Publications.)
Isaacson, E. de St Q., Rock Pressure in Mines. (and ed., Mining Publications.) Leet, L. D., Vibrations from Blasting Rock. (Harvard U.P.) .
Harrison, H. L. H., Alluvial Mining for Tin and Gold. (Mining Publications.) 108
(b) Prescribed text-books:
Roberts, A. (ed.), Mine Ventilation. (Cleaver-lure Press.) Peele, R., Mining Engineei s Handbook. (3rd ed., Wiley.) Quality of Mine Air. (Transvaal Chamber of Mines.) (c) Recommended for reference:
Metal Mining Practice. (U.S. Bur. Mines Bull. No. 41g.)
Mining Methods in Australia and Adjacent Territories. (Fifth Empire Mining and Metallurgical Congress (1953) Publications, Vol. III
Australian Mining and Metallurgy—Miscellaneous Features and Practices. (Fifth Empire Mining and Metallurgical Congress (1953) Publications, Vol. V.)
Coal
Mining: Reportof
the Technical Advisory Committee: Ministry of Fuel and Power.(H.M.S.OJ
Mason, E., Practical Coal Mining for Miners,
Vols. I
and II. (and ed., Virtue, 1951.) Statham, I. C. F., Coal Mining Practice, 4 vols. (Caxton, 1958.)Coal Miner's Pocket Book. (McGraw-Hill.) Sinclair, J., Winning Coal. (Pitman, 1960.)
Nelson, A., Methods of Working. (Thos. Wall, 1958.)
Symposium on Shaft Sinking and Tunnelling. (1959.) (Inst. Min. Eng.)
Engineering Factors in the Ventilation of Metal Mines. (U.S. Bur. Mines Bull. No. 385.) Dobrin, Introduction to Geophysical Prospecting. (McGraw-Hill.)
Silicosis, Pneumoconiosis and Dust Suppression in Mines. (Inst. Min. Eng. and Inst.
Mining and Met.)
Parks, R. D., Examination and Valuation of. Mineral Property. (Addison-Wesley.) Rees, J. P., Ventilation Calculations. (Transvaal Chamber of Mines.)
Sinclair, J., Water in Mines and Mine Pumps. (Pitman, 1958.)
Eighth Commonwealth Mining and Metallurgical Congress 1965. Publications, Vol. 3, The Australian Mining, Metallurgical and Mineral Industry.
Reference should also be made to the journals of Mining and Metallurgical Societies in Australia, England, U.S.A., Canada and South Africa, and also to mining periodicals published in these countries.
EXAMINATION
Two
3-hour written papers. Additional tests may be set throughout the year.Practical work done during the course will be assessed as part of the Annual Examination.
645. MINING DESIGN (Mr Nevi11)
A course of about four hours per week throughout the year, involving computations, study of mine plans, design and layout of workings and plant, discussions of practice.
SYLLABUS
The
layout of mine workings in relation to the strength of rock, the shape, size and grade of orebody. The basis of selection and design of electrical, mechanical and structural equipment for mines.PRACTICAL WORK
Calculations, designs and drawings with specifications and estimates, are to be completed by the student and submitted for examination at such times during the year as may be notified.
FINAL HONOURS
Students who elect to take Final Honours must consult with the Head of the Department at the beginning of the academic year. These students may be set additional work during the year.
BOOKS
Recommended for reference:
Staley, W. W., Mine Plant Design. (McGraw-Hill.)
Eaton, L., Practical Mine Development and Equipment. (McGraw-Hill.) Thomae, F. A. W., Power Plants on Metal Mines. (Mining Publications.) Broughton, H. H., Electric Winders. (Benn.)
Peele, R., Mining Engineer's Handbook. (3rd ed., Wiley.)
Given, I. A., Mechanical Loading of Coal Underground. (McGraw-Hí11.) Richardson, H. W. and Mayo, R. S., Practical Tunnel Driving. (McGraw-Hill.) Tillson, B. F., Mine Plant. (A.I.M.E.)
Symposium on Shafts and Shaft Sinking. (Chem. Met. Min. Soć. S. Africa.)
Wire Ropes in Mines—Proceedings of a Conference held
in
September, 1950: (Inst. Min.and Met., 1951.) EXAMINATION
There is no formal examination. Candidates are judged on the work presented during the course.
606. OPERATIONAL RESEARCH
A course consisting of two hours of lectures and two hours of practical work weekly throughout most of the year.
SYLLABUS
General principles and method. The phases of operational research.
Mathematical and statistical models of operational phenomena. Optimization.
Forecasting. Estimation of trends and seasonal corrections using arithmetic moving averages and exponentially weighted moving averages. Control chart procedures for routine forecasts. Stock control by the two-bin and cyclical review systems. Con- sideration of investments in stocks. Final stocks and production planning using simulation techniques. Theory of queues. Renewal .theory= and replacement theory.
Linear programming. The simplex method. The transportation problem and network flow. Critical path analysis. Integer, quadratic and dynamic programming.
BOOKS
(a) Prescribed text-book:
'Houlden, B. T. (ed.), Some Techniques of Operational Research. (E.U.P.) (b) Recommended for reference:
A list of books recommended for reference will be posted on the notice board in the department of Statistics.
EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper and a practical test.
658. PHOTOGRAMMETRY (Mr S. G. Bervoets)
A course of three lectures per week and six hours' practical work per week throughout the year.
SYLLABUS
Photogrammetry. More advanced stereoscopic measurement, mathematical analysis of double projection, theory of relative orientation, absolute orientation . and model deformation.
Design, construction, calibration and use of photogrammetric instruments including the camera, accessories, stereo-plotting instruments based on the principles of optical or mechanical projection and rectification instruments.
Principles of aerial, radial and analytical triangulation and adjustment.
Physical aspects of aerial photography, systematic photo coverage and related problems.
navigation and control surveys.
Cartography. Graphical design, content and accuracy of topographical and project maps.
Map presentation by conventional signs. Modern drawing instruments and materials, outline of fair drawing and map reproduction techniques.
PRACTICAL WORK
The equivalent of six hours per week devoted to field, laboratory and office work, tutorial classes and excursions.
BOOKS
(a) Prescribed text-book:
Hallert, B., Photogrammetry. (McGraw-Hill.) (b) Recommended for reference:
References will be given in lectures from time to time.
EXAMINATION
Two 3-hour papers for Pass and Honours. There will be no formal practical examination;
the practical work performed during the year will be assessed as part of the Annual Examination. However, any candidate may be required to submit to a practical test and to resubmit field notes and assignments of work performed during the course.
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554-1. PHYSICS PART I (ENGINEERING COURSE)
A course of three lectures per week, with laboratory work, throoghout the year. A knowledge of Physics to the standard of the Matriculation examination will be assumed.
SYLLABUS
A selection from the following topics :
Introduction. The method and scope of physics; units and dimensions.
Molecular physics. Kinetic theory: interpretation of pressure, molecular speeds and Max.
wеІlВoІtzmапп distribution, mean free path, specific heat, equipartition of energy;
transport phenomena, thermal conductivity and viscosity. Intermolecular forces : elasticity; surface phenomena; the solid state, crystallography.
Wave motion. Kinematics; longitudinal and transverse waves, the wave equation. General wave properties; reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction, the Doppler effect, dis- persion, polarization, attenuation. Dynamics; wave speed; energy and momentum carried by wave; intensity; boundary conditions at normal incidence.
Applications; selected topics from the fields of acoustics, optics and thermal radiation.
The structure of the atom. Alpha-particle scattering; Rutherford-Bohr theory. Complex atoms and quantum numbers, optical and X-ray spectra. Nuclear physics.
Electricity and electromagnetism. Electrostatics; electric field and potential, capacitance.
Direct current circuits. Magnetic induction; motion of charged particles in electric and magnetic fields. Electromagnetic induction; inductance. Alternating currents.
Electrical properties of matter. A brief account of the classical and/or the quantum con- cepts of current flow, thermionic emission, thermal e.m.f.'s, magnetic and dielectric effects, the photoelectric effect and semi-conductor phenomena.
Thermodynamics. First and second laws, with simple applications. Entropy. Liquefaction of gases.
LABORATORY WORK
Three hours per week. Attendance at practical classes is compulsory. The practical work of each student is examined continually during each term. Records of his success in experiment and impressions of his work are kept. This information is taken into account in assessing the results (including the Class List) at the Annual Examination. An additional test in practical work may be given.
Although it is not essential, students are advised to obtain a slide rule for use in laboratory work.
An apparatus fee of Sin must be paid to the University Branch of the National Bank, using a specially stamped bank slip obtainable from the Enquiry Room in the Physics Building. This bank slip must be shown at the Enquiry Room before the first practical class. The full fee is retained as no charge will be made for reasonable wear and tear of the apparatus.
Books
(a) Prescribed text-book:
•Jolly, W. P., Physics for Electrical Engineers. (E.U.P.) (b) Recommended for additional reading:
Resnick, R. and Halliday, D., Physics for Students of Science and Engineering Parts I and II. (Wiley or combined ed.)
Caro, D. E. and McDonell, J. A. and Spicer, B. M., Modern Physics. (Cheshire.) Lewin, G. F., Physics for Engineers. (Butterworth.)
EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper for Pass and Honours combined.
554-2. PHYSICS PART II (ENGINEERING COURSE) A course of 3б lectures and practice classes.
SYLLABUS
Unit I (1g lectures) Discrete nature of matter. Further kinetic theory. Maxwell Boltzmann distribution. Mean free path. Particles crossing potential barrier. Law of atmosphere.
Brownian motion :
Special theory of relativity. Michelson-Morley experiment and interpretation. Einstein's postulates. Lorentz transformations—length contraction, time dilation, velocity addition.
Mass variation with speed. Mass energy equivalence.
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Discrete nature of energy. Thermal radiation. Failure of classical physics. Quantum theory of Planck. Confirmation by photoelectric effect and Compton scattering of x-rays.
Quantum Mechanics. History. Wave-particle dualism, de Broglie's hypothesis. Phase and group velocities. Experimental confirmation of matter waves. Schroedinger wave equation, probability distribution. Uncertainty principles. Simple applications of Schroedinger equations—particle in potential trough, potential barrier and tunnel effect, hydrogen atom.
Unit II (io lectures) Electrons in Solids. Sommerfeld theory; Kronig-Penny model, Zone theory; Fermi Level; Fermi Dirac statistics; electronic specific heat. Electrical con- ductivity of metals and alloys; superconductivity.
Semiconductors. Intrinsic semiconductors, n- and p- type semiconductors; Hall effect;
Haynes-Shockley experiment, minority carriers—recombination, lifetime; p-n junctions, diodes and transistors.
Other electronic properties. Thermionic emission, contact potential field emission, photo- electric emission, secondary emission; optical absorption, photoconductivity; lumines- cence; collisions between electrons and atoms; electron microscopy.
Unit III (ii lectures). Absorption of charged particles. Absorption of gamma and x-rays atomic photoelectric effect, Compton scattering, pair production.
Detection of nuclear radiation.
Radioactivity. Decay Laws. Mechanism of a and ft decay. Gamma emission.
Nuclear reactions—energetics and conservation laws. Reaction theories. Reaction cross- -section. The Neutron.
Nuclear structure and stability. Nuclear forces.
Fission. Chain reaction and nuclear reactors. Thermonuclear reactions and stellar energy.
BOОKS
(a) Prescribed text-book.
*Sproull, R. L., Modern Physics. (2nd ed. Wiley.) (b) Recommended for additional reading
Beiser, A., Concepts of Modern Physics (McGraw-Hill.) Kittel, C. Introduction to Solid State Physics. (Wiley.)
Wulff, J. (ed.), The Structure and Properties of Materials. (Part IV Electronic Properties.) (Wiley.)
Azaroff, L. and Brophy, J. J., Electronic Processes in Materials. (McGraw-Hill.) EXAMINATION
Examinations will be held during the year.
573. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
A course of approximately 40 lectures in physical chemistry with demonstrations and about ioo hours' practical work in physical chemistry.
SYLLABUS
Selected topics from thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, polymer chemistry, surface chemistry, molecular structure, catalysis.
The apparatus in the practical course is supplied by the Chemistry Department; a fee must be paid and evidence of payment produced before practical classes begin.
EXAMINATION
One ;-hour paper in Physical Chemistry for Pass.
369. PRINCIPLES OF GEOPHYSICS
A course of about 40 lectures; and three hours' practical work per week, throughout the year.
SYLLABUS
General: Purpose and scope of Geophysics. The size and shape of the earth. Density of the earth. The age of the earth. Elements of Oceanography.
Gravity: The acceleration due to gravity and its measurement. The earth's gravitational field. Variation with height. Local variations on the surface of the earth. Types of anomalies; methods of gravity computation. Gravity maps. Relation of gravity to geology, Isostasy.
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Magnetism: The earth's magnetism; anomalies and variations with time. Magnetic properties of rocks. Measurements of the earth's magnetic field. Relation of magnetic anomalies to geology.
Seismology: Wave propagation. Types of seismic waves. Earthquakes. Time-distance curves.
The structure of the interior of the earth. Exploration seismology; refraction and reflection techniques. Structural investigations.
Thermal Properties: Temperature measurements and thermal conductivity of the earth.
Temperatures within the earth.
Electrical: Telluric currents. Spontaneous polarization. , Resistivity of rocks. Electrical methods of prospecting.
Radioactivity: Radioactivity of rocks and distribution of radioactivity on the surface of the earth. Radioactive age determinations.
BOOKS
(a) Recommended for preliminary reading
Bates, D. R., The Planet Earth. Chaps. 1-7. (Pergamon, 1957.) Jeffreys, H., Earthquakes and Mountains. (znd ed., Methuen, 1950.) (b) Prescribed text-books
:
Jacobs, J. A., Russell, R. D. and Wilson, J. T., Physics and Geology. (McGraw-Hill, 1959.) Dobrin, M. D., Introduction to Geophysical Prospecting. (2nd ed., McGraw-Hill, 1g6o.) (c) Recommended for reference:
Blackett, P. M. S., Lectures on Rock Magnetism. (Weizmann Science Press of Israel, 1856.) Howell, В. F., Introduction to Geophysics. (McGraw-Hill, 195g.)
Bullen, K. E., Seismology. (Methuen, 1954.)
Coulomb, J. and Jobert, G., The Physical Constitution of the Earth. (Oliver and Boyd, 1963 •)
Parasnis, D. S., Principles of Applied Geophysics. (Methuen, 1962.) Nettleton, L. L., Geophysical Prospecting for Oil. (McGraw-Hill, 1940.) EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper..There is no practical examination, but the work of each student is assessed continually throughout the year, afd is taken into account in determining the success of candidates at the Annual Examination.
574. PROCESS CHEMISTRY
A course of one lecture per week throughout the year. Practical work consists of 4 to б plant visits throughout the year with on site technical-commercial discussion of a particular process. A written report is required for each visit.
SYLLABUS
A survey of the chemistry and chemical engineering of selected industrial chemical processes, particularly from the points of view of . thermodynamics, kinetics and transport phenomena. The processes considered are: water treatment, sulphuric acid manufacture, nitrogen fixation, alkali manufacture, aluminium smelting, electric furnace operation, silicate products (slags, cement, ceramics, glass), titania manufacture, petroleum and petrochemicals, industrial and town gas, naphthalene, polymers, soap, fermentation processes, paper manufacture, halogenation and sulphonation.
Books
(a) Prescribed text-book
:
Shreve, R. W., The Chemical Process Industries. (McGraw-Hill.) (b) Recommended for reference:
Kirk Othmer, Encyclopaedia of Chemical Technology. (Interscience.) EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper for Pass and Honours.
603-1. PRODUCTION ENGINEERING PART I A course of two lectures per week and about 48 hours laboratory work.
SYLLABUS
1. Production Processes. Descriptive treatment of the main production processes. Discussion of facilities required and applicability of processes in specific cases.
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2.. Metrology. Principles of length, angular and surface texture measurement. Comparison of measurement and limit gauging. Principles of construction and use of metrological instruments for static and dynamic measurement of size, form and position. Sources and correction of errors in measurement.
3. Metal Cutting. Chip formation, Mechanics of cutting for single edge tools, cutting fluids. Surface finish power and chip flow in turning operations.
Books
(a) Prescribed text-books:
Black, P. H., Theory of Metal Cutting. (McGraw-Hill.)
Miller, L., Engineering Dimensional Metrology. (Edward Arnold.) (b) Recommended for reference:
Shaw, M. C., Metal Cutting Principles. (3rd ed., Massachusetts Inst. of Technology.) Tourret, R., Performance of Cutting Tools. (Butterworth.)
Hume, K. J., Engineering Metrology. (Macdonald.) Rolt, F. Н. Gauges and Fine Measurements. (Macmillan.) EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper for Pass and Honours.
PURE MATHEMATICS SUBJECTS (See Faculty of Arts Handbook)
086. PURE MATHEMATICS PART II (PASS COURSE)
A course of three lectures per week with practice classes throughout the year.
SYLLABUS
Complex functions. Exponential and related functions of a complex variable.
Differential Equations. Standard types of first and second orders. singularities of first order equations.
Integrals. Infinite and improper integrals. Reduction formulae. Multiple integrals. Curvi- linear and surface integrals.
Functions of several variables. Analytical solid geometry. Directional derivative, tangent plane, stationary points. Change of variables. Polar co-ordinates.
Linear Algebra. Linear transformations. Matrix algebra. Introduction to eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Convergence. Concept of a limit (real and complex). Series; absolute and conditional con- vergence, comparison and ratio tests. Power series. Approximations by series. Series solution of differential equations.
Mappings. Real plane to real plane; Jacobian, with applications. Differentiable functions of a complex variable.
Sets and Groups. Elementary theory.
Bilks
(a) Preliminary reading : at least two of the following:
Sawyer, W. W., Prelude to Mathematics. (Pelican.)
Courant, R. and Robbins, H. E., What is Mathematics? (O.U.P.) Polya, G., How to solve it. (Anchor.)
Pedoe, D., The Gentle Art of Mathematics. (Pelican.)
Reid, C., Introduction to Higher Mathematics. (Routledge & Kegan Paul.) (b) Prescribed text-books : One of the following:
Maxwell, E. A., Analytical Calculus. Vols. III and IV. (C.U.P.) Thomas, G. B., Calculus and Analytic Geometry. (Addison-Wesley.) Courant, R., Differential and Integral Calculus. Vols. I and II. (Blackie.)
Chisholm, J. and Minis, R., Mathematical Methods for Physics. Vol. II. (North- Holland.)
`Brand, L., Advanced Calculus. (Wiley.)
•Recommended only for those intending to do Pure Mathematics Part IIIA.
EXAMINATION Two 3-hour papers.
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