Applied Quantum Mechanics

Overview

Subject area

PHYS

Catalog Number

626

Course Title

Applied Quantum Mechanics

Department(s)

Description

The course will cover mathematical formulation of Quantum Mechanics; one-dimensional problems: quantum wells and barriers with applications to semiconductor heterostructures, Kronig-Penney model, harmonic oscillator; angular momentum and spin, indistinguishable particles, stationary and time-dependent perturbation theory, application of density matrix to analysis of light-matter interaction, quantization of electromagnetic field and photons.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

4

Course Schedule