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9765 (v.4) Quantum and Statistical Physics 301


 

Area:

Department of Applied Physics

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0

Lecture:

3 x 1 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

7905 (v.5) Mathematical Methods 202 or any previous version
AND
7907 (v.5) Particles and Waves 201 or any previous version
AND
8717 (v.5) Electromagnetism 202 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Quantum theory of Light. The Particle Nature of Matter. Matter Waves. Quantum Mechanics in 1 Dimension. Quantum Tunnelling. Quantum Mechanics in 3 Dimensions. Atomic Structure. Molecular Structure. Quantum Statistical Mechanics.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have gained an understanding of the principles of modern quantum mechanics, applied them to a range of problems and learnt algebraic computing techniques to solve selected problems.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

No prescribed references.

Unit Texts:

Serway, R. A., Moses, C. J. and Moyer, C. A., 1997, 'Modern Physics', 2nd Edition, Saunders College Publishing. Study Guide for M231 Physics 2A, Murdoch University.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Theory assignments 30%. Computing lab reports 10%. Final Examination 60%.

Field of Education:

 10300 Physics and Astronomy (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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