FYS-1466 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, 5 cr
Person responsible
Jouko Nieminen
Lessons
| Implementation | Period | Person responsible | Requirements |
| FYS-1466 2017-01 | 1 - 2 |
Jouko Nieminen |
The total mark is determined based on a final exam and the student's activity in exercise classes and group projects. |
Learning Outcomes
After passing the course the student will have knowledge of why quantum mechanics is required for certain problems and how basic quantum mechanics works. Student can solve problems related to simple quantum mechanical setups using Schrödinger equation. The student knows how the quantum states and wave functions can be solved for hydrogen atom. The student knows the basics of statistical physics and can use them for properties of thermal radiation.
Content
| Content | Core content | Complementary knowledge | Specialist knowledge |
| 1. | Foundations of quantum mechanics, wave nature of matter | ||
| 2. | Schrödinger equation in one-dimension | Time-dependent Schrödinger equation | |
| 3. | Hydrogen atom and angular momentum | ||
| 4. | Statistical physics. | Thermal radiation. |
Study material
| Type | Name | Author | ISBN | URL | Additional information | Examination material |
| Book | Modern Physics, 4th Ed., W.H.Freeman | Paul A. Tipler, Ralph A. Llewellyn | Also other editions applicable (but check this). | Yes |
Prerequisites
| Course | Mandatory/Advisable | Description |
| FYS-1296 Physics IV | Advisable |
Additional information about prerequisites
Knowledge from basic courses in physics is required
Correspondence of content
There is no equivalence with any other courses