PHYS 3317

PHYS 3317

Course information provided by the 2016-2017 Catalog.

Covers a number of applications of quantum mechanics to topics in modern physics. Uses the tools developed in PHYS 3316, and does not introduce new formalism. Topics include: the physics of single and multi-electron atoms, introduction to quantum statistics, band theory of solids, superconductivity, nuclear structure, elementary particle physics, and quantum computing.  Computational tools will be used to gain insights into the behavior of quantum systems. Previous familiarity with programing is a plus, though the course is self-contained. Students will develop their order-of-magnitude reasoning, and their modeling skills.


Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: PHYS 3316. Prior exposure to programming (Matlab, Mathematica, and/or Python) would be beneficial.

Distribution Category (PBS-AS)

When Offered Fall.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6354 PHYS 3317   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6355 PHYS 3317   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6356 PHYS 3317   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person