ADVANCED QUANTUM MECHANICS
PHY4QME
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject will provide you with a solid theoretical background in quantum mechanics coupled with practical examples. You will explore the matrix mechanics formalism, perturbation theory, the variational method and virial theorem, and relativistic quantum mechanics. You will develop advanced problem solving techniques, which will be applied to solve complex problems in quantum mechanics.
SchoolMolecular Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAlex Schenk
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into one of the following courses: SHS, SZHSMN, SMNT or PSMSC Students enrolled in SMNT or PSMSC must have the approval of their Course Co-ordinator to enrol in this subject
Co-requisitesN/A
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Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Introductory Quantum Mechanics
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorR.L. Liboff
Year2003
Edition/Volume4th edition
PublisherADDISON-WESLEY
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlex Schenk
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 32 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3-hour examination (3000 word equiv) | Central exam | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2 |
Three Problem sets (1500 word equiv) | Other | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |