Science 114 - Quantum Mechanics:A Numerical Methods Approach

Institution:

Claremont McKenna College

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Jensen Introductory upper-level quantum mechanics using analytical, but emphasizing numerical methods to solve problems. Both Shrodinger's wave mechanics and Heisenberg's matrix formulation of quantum mechanics are used. Topics include: eigenvectors and eigenvalues tunneling, Koenig-Penney model, harmonic oscillator, WKB approximation, spin and Pauli matrices, hydrogen atom and Hatree-Falk approximation, Dirac notation, eigenvalue perturbation method: non-degenerate, degenerate, and time-dependent, Fermi's Golden rule and variational approximation. Prerequisites: Mathematics 110, and Physics 100 (or equivalent), or permission of instructor. Offered every other year.

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1.50

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Institution Website:

www.claremontmckenna.edu/

Phone Number:

(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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