PHYS 3316
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- Schedule of Classes - June 11, 2025 2:48PM EDT
Classes
PHYS 3316
Course Description
Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.
A modern approach to the introduction of quantum mechanics. Topics include: the breakdown of classical physics in the Stern-Gerlach experiment; the postulates of quantum mechanics; spin 1/2, state vectors, operators, and measurements; time evolution with the Schrodinger equation; spatial wavefunctions with particle in a box and the harmonic oscillator; tunnelling and scattering; angular momentum and the hydrogen atom; and the basics of quantum computation. At the level of "Quantum Mechanics: A Paradigms Approach" by McIntyre.
Prerequisites REF-FA25 PHYS 2214 or PHYS 2218; PHYS 1116 or PHYS 2216; and coregistration in MATH 2940 or MATH 2210 or MATH 2230.
Distribution Requirements (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG), (PHS-AS)
Last 3 terms offered 2025SP, 2024FA, 2024SP
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Ramshaw, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
For Physics course enrollment help, please see: https://physics.cornell.edu/enrollment-guide.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Ramshaw, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person