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Advanced Quantum Mechanics

Key information

  • Module code:

    6CCM436A

  • Level:

    6

  • Semester:

      Autumn

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

Syllabus

Main topics will include bound states of the Hydrogen atom; angular momentum, spin, representations of SU(2); symmetries in quantum mechanics; relativistic quantum mechanics (Dirac equation); perturbative methods. Additional topics may include scattering states in central force problems; Feynman path integrals.

Prerequisites 

Introductory quantum theory, special relativity, groups and symmetries.

Assessment details

Written examination.

Educational aims & objectives

The module deals with selected chapters from quantum mechanics, building upon the notions introduced in introductory courses on quantum theory. Apart from discussing fundamental examples like the hydrogen atom and new phenomena like spin, the module also provides concepts and mathematical tools useful in more advanced areas like quantum field theory. 

Teaching pattern

Two hours of lectures and one hour of tutorial per week throughout the term

Suggested reading list

Indicative reading list - link to Leganto system where you can search with module code for lists

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