Gwybodaeth Modiwlau
Course Delivery
Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
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Lecture | 18 x 1 hour |
Seminars / Tutorials | 4 x 1 hour |
Assessment
Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
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Semester Exam | 2 Hours Written Examination | 70% |
Semester Assessment | Example sheets | 30% |
Supplementary Exam | 2 Hours written examination | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Illustrate the basic features of quantum mechanics.
2. Define basic notions from quantum theory and recognize their occurrence and relevance in applied problems.
3. Solve specific problems from quantum physics formulated in the appropriate theoretical terms.
4. Perform simple computations relevant to introductory quantum theory.
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Aims
Quantum mechanics underpins a significant proportion of physical theory, and we aim to teach this through a series of dedicated modules, with this being the introductory year one module. The new series will allow a progressive development of the subject, focusing more directly on the core topics, while allowing staff to introduce modern topics reflecting staff research interests and distinctive expertise in the institute. This module also introduces the other revolution in Modern Physics, Special Relativity.
Brief description
Quantum theory is essential to describe the interaction between matter and radiation at the atomic scale. It is however a radical departure from classical physics. This module will introduce the key areas in which classical and quantum mechanics differ, examine the experimental evidence, and develop the core principles of quantum mechanics in anticipation of a mathematical formulation in year 2.
Content
Module Skills
Skills Type | Skills details |
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Application of Number | Throughout the module. |
Communication | Students will be expected to submit written worksheet solutions. |
Improving own Learning and Performance | Feedback via tutorials. |
Information Technology | Extensive use of spreadsheets. |
Personal Development and Career planning | Students will be exposed to an area of application that they have not previously encountered. |
Problem solving | All situations considered are problem-based to a greater or lesser degree. |
Research skills | Students will be encouraged to consult various books and journals for examples of application. |
Subject Specific Skills | Ability to apply quantum mechanical reasoning to model physical situations. |
Team work |
Reading List
Essential ReadingFrench, A.P. (1979 (various) An introduction to quantum physics /A.P. French, Edwin F. Taylor. Nelson Primo search Supplementary Text
Phillips, A. C. (c2003.) Introduction to quantum mechanics /A.C. Phillips. Wiley Primo search
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 4