PHSCS 452
Applications of Quantum Mechanics
Physics and Astronomy
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Applications of quantum mechanics to atomic, molecular, statistical, condensed-matter, and nuclear physics; elementary particles.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Quantum systems
Learning Outcome
Apply techniques such as time-independent perturbation theory, variational methods, time-dependent perturbation theory, and scattering theory to quantum systems.
Title
Level Splitting
Learning Outcome
Describe and quantify fine, hyperfine, and Zeeman level splittings in atoms.
Title
Emission and Absorption
Learning Outcome
Characterize emission and absorption of radiation by atoms, and derive the associated selection rules.
Title
Scattering and Tunneling
Learning Outcome
Solve quantum scattering and tunneling problems.
