PHYS 401
Quantum Physics I
The first of a two-semester survey of quantum mechanics, employing the formalism of Dirac notation, linear operators, and Hilbert spaces. Quantum state preparation and measurement, the Schroedinger equation in both its matrix and wave descriptions, and applications to systems such as the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom.
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisite: PHYS265 and PHYS371 ; and 1 course from ( PHYS313 , PHYS373 , or MATH462 ). Additional Information: Intended primarily for Physics and Astronomy majors.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
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Catalogue variants
- Quantum Physics I · 4 Credits