PHYS 411 - Quantum II

Institution:

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to physical concepts and mathematical formulations of nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. Enables a detailed study of the Schrodinger Equation and its properties. The Schrodinger Equation is solved exactly for the particle in a square well potential, the simple harmonic oscillator, and the hydrogen atom. Both perturbation theory and variational calculation are developed as methods for handling more complicated systems. Spin is introduced as an ad hoc concept and the properties of simple magnetic systems studied. Heavy emphasis on applications to simple systems. Three periods lecture/week. Prerequisites: PHY311, MAT318, and MAT322 (at least concurrently). This class is not available for graduate credit.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

MATH 318, MATH 322, and PHYS 311

Corequisites:

MATH 322

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/30/2012 - 08/25/2024 

Institution Website:

www.ship.edu/

Phone Number:

(717) 477-7447

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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