Physics 471 - Quantum Mechanics

Institution:

Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

Origins of quantum theory, wave packets, and uncertainty relations, Schroedinger's equation in one dimension; step potentials and harmonic oscillators; eigenfunctions and eigenvalues; Schroedinger's equation in three dimensions; the hydrogen atom; symmetry; spin and the periodic table; approximation methods for time independent problems; quantum statistics. Prerequisite: Math 217, Physics 217, Physics 421, or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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