PHYS 5620 - Atomic and Molecular Physics

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Western Michigan University

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Description:

This course continues the study of the applications of quantum mechanics. Topics covered include the helium atom, multielectron atoms, the Raman, Zeeman, and Stark effects, stimulated emission, transition rates, selection rules, the diatomic molecule, and molecular physics. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PHYS 4600. Notes: This course is offered only to advanced physics majors. Department policy requires that undergraduates enrolling in these courses have successfully completed all prerequisite studies prior to enrollment. The Department recommends that Physics majors who plan to enter a graduate college complete two of the following courses: PHYS 5620, PHYS 5630, or PHYS 5640. Credits: 3 hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 387-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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