PHY507 - Quantum Mechanics I
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The semester exam will take place on 10/19, 2-4pm, in 219 Fronczak.
There will be no class on 11/18.
Times and Location:
MWF 3:00-3:50 pm and W 2-2:50pm, 219 Fronczak Hall
Instructor:
Prof. Doreen Wackeroth, dow@ubpheno.physics.buffalo.edu
Office hours:
Mondays and Fridays, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 261 Fronczak Hall
Topics:
Fundamental Concepts, Quantum Dynamics, Time Independent Perturbation
Theory, Theory of Angular Momentum
Pre-requisites:
Quantum Mechanics (undergraduate)
Textbook:
Modern Quantum Mechanics by J.J. Sakurai, Addison Wesely
Remarks:
There will be homework assignments and in-class quizzes.
The homework assignments will not be graded. Similar problems will be assigned in in-class quizzes, which will be graded.
The homework assignments will be discussed in a separately scheduled practice session. Active participation in at least 80% of the practice sessions is required to receive full credit.
The organization of the practice session and the creation of teams will be discussed in the first class of the semester.
Solutions to all assigned problems will be provided.
Requirements:
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Homework Quizzes Semester exam Final exam |
10 % 25 % 30 % 35 % |
Important Dates:
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Semester exam Final exam |
10/19, 2-4 pm, 219 Fronczak TBA |
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I am looking forward to seeing you on Monday, August 29, 2011.
Last update: August 15, 2011