PHSCS 651

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Quantum Mechanics

Physics and Astronomy College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Nonrelativistic quantum mechanics, with applications.

When Taught

Fall Odd Years

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Phscs 451 or equivalent.

Title

Fundamentals of Quantum Theory

Learning Outcome

Describe the reasons for introducing quantum theory and spell out the connection between classical physics and quantum physics.

Title

Approximation Methods

Learning Outcome

Apply approximation methods to simple one-dimensional systems.

Title

The Microscopic World

Learning Outcome

Solve problems by applying the quantum formalism to microscopic physical systems.

Title

Simple Stationary States

Learning Outcome

Solve simple one-dimensional time-independent problems in wave mechanics using analytic solution techniques.