Quantum Mechanics 2 (F3225)
Quantum Mechanics 2
Module F3225
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Pre-Requisite
Pre-requisites:
Level 4: (F3201) Maths Methods 1 [T1] ; (F3202) Maths Methods 2 [T2]
Level 5: (F3204) Electrodynamics [T1] ; (F3205) Maths Methods 3 [T1] ; (F3239) Quantum Mechanics 1 [T2]
Level 6: (F3211) Atomic Physics [T1]
Module Outline
This is a second course on quantum mechanics. It employs the Dirac notation and algebraic methods (eg. for spin and the harmonic oscillator). It introduces basic approximation methods, such as perturbation theory and WKB. It discusses scattering theory.
Module learning outcomes
Apply algebraic approaches to selected quantum mechanical problems, in particular to angular momenta and their addition.
Understand the principles of time-independent and time-dependent perturbation theory and apply them to simple standard situations.
Apply differential and integral calculus to calculating properties of quantum mechanical systems.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Average of best 2 coursework marks. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 4 | |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 11 | |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 8 | |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
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Prof Andrea Banfi
Assess convenor, Convenor
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Prof Kathy Romer
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