First course in the core graduate quantum mechanics sequence. Mathematical foundations, including Hilbert space and Dirac notation; operator methods and symmetries; exact solution of simple quantum systems, including the two-state system and harmonic oscillator; Schr�dinger equation and wave mechanics; angular momentum and spin; density matrices and entanglement. Recommended prerequisite: undergraduates may request to take this course after completing PHYS 4410 or another advanced undergraduate quantum mechanics course.
instructor(s)
DeGrand, Thomas A
Primary Instructor
- Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2022
