PHY X73 PHY 373 Quantum Physics I: Foundations 3 Hours
3 Lecture Hours 0 Lab Hours
Postulates of quantum mechanics, the bound states of the finite square well, the harmonic oscillator, operator-eigenvalue formulism and selected examples, the hydrogen atom, angular momentum, rigid rotor, and spin. May include simple scattering theory. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Pre/Corequisites: Physics 315 and 355 with a grade of at least C-.
Grading: Student Option
Repeatable for credit: No
Academic Level: Upper Division