CHEM 565
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Introduction to Quantum Chemistry
Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences
Course Description
Introduction to physical and mathematical aspects of quantum theory, emphasizing application of the Schrodinger wave equation to chemical systems.
When Taught
Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
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Outcome 1
Learning Outcome
Write and solve the Schrödinger equation in 1, 2 or 3 dimensions for 1, 2, or N particles for typical model problems and describe the meaning and significance of the solutions.
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Outcome 2
Learning Outcome
Interpret the wavefunctions in #1 by calculating probability in a region, expectation values and matrix elements of Hermitian operators corresponding to physical observables.
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Outcome 3
Learning Outcome
Use as necessary to solve problems: commutators of operators, basis set expansions, perturbation theory (degenerate and nondegenerate) and the variational principle.
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Outcome 4
Learning Outcome
Describe how the Hartree-Fock SCF method works and use Slater determinants of spin and spatial eigenfunctions to build anti-symmetric atomic wavefunctions
