PHYS 474 - Quantum Mechanics

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

PHYS - Physics

Description:

Undergraduate introduction to the formalism of modern quantum theory. The course usually begins with a review of Schrodinger theory. The main course content includes one-dimensional potentials, the harmonic oscillator, angular momentum, spin, and perturbation theory. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on the Hilbert space formulation, the Dirac notation and the matrix representation. Lecture (three hours). Prerequisites: PHYS 374 with a C or better, MATH 310 and MATH 314. Even fall.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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