ADVANCED QUANTUM MECHANICS
PHY4QME
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The course provides a solid theoretical background in quantum mechanics coupled with practical examples. The topics include matrix mechanics formalism, perturbation theory, the variational method and virial theorem, and relativistic quantum mechanics.
School: School of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: David Hoxley
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must be admitted into one of the following courses: SZHSMN, SZHSN, SMNT or PSMSC
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Introductory Quantum Mechanics.4th edition | Prescribed | R.L. Liboff, 2003 | ADDISON-WESLEY |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse critically, evaluate and transform information to complete a range of practical and analytical activities related to the area of quantum mechanics.
- Activities:
- Advanced problem solving techniques related to quantum mechanics are modelled in lectures and workshops. Students will solve complex problems in quantum mechanics and answer short essay questions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Analyse, generate and transmit solutions to complex problems related to quantum mechanics
- Activities:
- Advanced problem solving techniques related to quantum mechanics are modelled in lectures. Students will solve complex problems in quantum mechanics and answer short essay questions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: David Hoxley
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 32 - 43
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 3-hour examination | 60 | 01, 02 | |
| problem sets (equivalent to 1500-words) | 40 | 01, 02 |