PHYS 5307. QUANTUM MECHANICS I. 3 Hours.
PHYS 5307 provides a rigorous introduction to the principles and mathematical formulations of quantum mechanics. The course encompasses the following key topics:
Matrix Formulation: Understanding quantum states and observables through linear algebra and operator theory.
Theory of Radiation: Exploring the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation, including emission and absorption processes.
Angular Momentum: Analyzing the quantization of angular momentum and its implications in atomic and molecular systems.
Perturbation Methods: Applying approximation techniques to solve complex quantum systems that cannot be addressed exactly.