We will learn about the important role that symmetry
plays.
Prof: M. Gold mgold@unm.edu Office Office
Hours:XX Room XX
TA: Tensor Elmikawy tensor@unm.edu Office Hours:TBD
Lectures: MW 12:30-1345 PAIS RM 1140 Recitation 551 : XX PM RM 1140
schedule including
lecture notes, problem
sets and hw solutions
features
Quantum mechanics encompasses virtually all of modern
physics. We will frequently discuss topics of current
interest, emphasizing recent experiments that test quantum
mechanics. Why else would anyone believe such a kooky theory?
grading:
The grades will be an
average of problem sets, tests, and final exam with
consideration of class and problem session participation.
problems session: PHYC
551 Participation is strongly encouraged.
Texts: The purchase of any of
these books is optional.
Suggested
#1: Principles of
Quantum Mechanics (second edition)
by R Shankar
Publisher: Univ Science Books
Suggested
#2 Quantum
Mechanics
by Eugene D. Commins
Suggested #3 Modern Quantum
Mechanics
by J.J. Sakurai
also now in paperback
Advanced:
Lectures on Quantum Mechanics
Steven Weinberg
Cambridge University Press, 2013
Required
Syllabus Language:
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Credit-hour
statement: This is a three-credit-hour
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