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Quantum Mechanics (PHY 430)

Term: 2016-2017 Academic Year Spring Semester

Faculty

Dr. Shawn Alan Hilbert
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Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (1/9/2017 - 5/3/2017) Location: *MAIN MAC 361

Description

PHY 430. Quantum Mechanics 3-0-3
An introduction to the techniques of quantum mechanics including the Schrodinger equation, eigenvalues and eigenstates, operators, matrix mechanics, and elementary perturbation theory. Simple systems such as barrier potentials, the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom will be examined. Philosophical aspects of quantum mechanics will be discussed whenever possible. PR: PHY 307WI, PHY 320. No longer writing intensive effective Fall 2014. (Last update: 11/14/13)