2016-2017 Catalog

PHYS 351 Quantum Theory

The failure of classical physics, the basic concepts of quantum mechanics, Schrodinger's equation, one dimensional systems including barriers and the harmonic oscillator, Hermitian operators, angular momentum, the hydrogen atom, perturbation theory, and interpretations of quantum mechanics.

Prerequisite

PHYS 215, PHYS 218; MATH 264

Offered

Fall semester

Instructor

Staff