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On completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Perform standard linear-algebra calculations as they relate to the mathematical foundations of Quantum Mechanics.
2. Solve standard problems for systems with finite-dimensional Hilbert spaces, e.g. the two-level system.
3. Solve standard one-dimensional models including the Harmonic oscillator.
4. Use of creation and annihilation operators, including the characterisation of coherent states.
5. Explain the quantum theory of angular momentum and compute expectation values for appropriate observables. These computations will involve both the matrix representation of intrinsic angular momentum, and the spherical-harmonic representation of orbital angular momentum.
6. Add independent angular momenta in the quantum-mechanical fashion.
7.* Understand the foundations of quantum logic.
* If time permits.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
---|---|
Lectures | 31 |
Specified Learning Activities | 24 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 45 |
Total | 100 |
Students should have followed
ACM30010 Analytical Mechanics
or equivalent.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Examination: 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | No | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 80 |
Continuous Assessment: Combination of midterm exams, take-home assignments, and quizzes. | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
---|---|
Autumn | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Not yet recorded.
Name | Role |
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Professor Adrian Ottewill | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Manya Sahni | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Manya Sahni | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Lecture | Offering 1 | Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 | Mon 16:00 - 16:50 |
Lecture | Offering 1 | Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 | Thurs 12:00 - 12:50 |
Lecture | Offering 1 | Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 | Tues 12:00 - 12:50 |