PHYS 350 - Quantum Mechanics I

Units: 3
Relationship between quantum measurements and the postulates of quantum mechanics is explored. Mathematical techniques are developed (Hilbert spaces, Dirac notation, operators, eigenvalues/eigenvectors). Schrodinger’s equation and the Heisenberg uncertainty relation are applied to problems involving one-dimensional potentials and angular momentum.

Prerequisites: MATH 230, and PHYS 126 or PHYS 137.
Equivalent Quarter Course: The two semester sequence PHYS 350 and PHYS 351 is equivalent to the three quarter sequence PHYS 3301 and PHYS 3302 and PHYS 3303.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY