Course Description
Perturbation theory and applications of quantum mechanics.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students must demonstrate understanding of quantum theory at this level prior to enrolling in the 800 level course.
Athena Title
INTRO QUANT MECH II
Prerequisite
PHYS 4701/6701
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
A student will be expected to have developed a working knowledge (which includes both fluency in the fundamental concepts and problem-solving ability) in the topics listed in the topical outline (item 5).
Topical Outline
a) Angular momentum in quantum mechanics, the hydrogen atom, Zeeman effect b) Electron spin, coupling of two angular momenta, and spin-orbit coupling c) Time independent perturbation theory: Stark effect d) Time dependent perturbation theory and light matter interaction e) Quantum treatment of scattering off an isotropic potential
Syllabus