Ph 511 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
An introduction to the formulation and application of wave mechanics; the Schrodinger equation and its application to time-independent problems (both one- and three-dimensional problems); identical particles; approximation methods including mainly time-independent perturbations. Brief exploration of the potential applications of quantum mechanics to engineering: quantum nano-structures and quantum computers. This course is the same as
ECE 598 and may be taken only once for credit. Expected preparation: Ph 318 or 311,
Mth 256.
Cross Listed Courses
ECE 598
Slash Listed Courses
Also offered for undergraduate-level credit as
Ph 411 and may be taken only once for credit.