PHYSICS234
Advanced Topics in Quantum Mechanics
Physics
H&S - Humanities & Sciences
Course Description
Scattering theory, partial wave expansion, Born approximation. Additional topics may include nature of quantum measurement, EPR paradox, Bell's inequality, and topics in quantum information science; path integrals and applications; Berry's phase; structure of multi-electron atoms (Hartree-Fock); relativistic quantum mechanics (Dirac equation). Undergraduates register for PHYSICS 134 (4 units). Graduate students register for PHYSICS 234 (3 units). Prerequisite: PHYSICS 131.
Cross Listed Courses
Grading Basis
ROP - Letter or Credit/No Credit
Min
3
Max
4
Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?
No
Course Component
Discussion
Enrollment Optional?
Yes
Course Component
Lecture
Enrollment Optional?
No
Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?
No
Programs
PHYSICS234
is a
completion requirement
for: