Dr. Don Luttermoser's PHYS-4617/5617 Course Web Page

This web page has been set up for the students at ETSU taking Quantum Physics PHYS-4617 (for undergraduate credit) and PHYS-5617 (for graduate credit). Links have been set up for the students to download the course notes and various handouts that are given out in class. The files that can be downloaded are in two different formats: PDF (Portable Document Format) (which requires Acrobat Reader to view) or in Postscript (PS) format (which you will need a postscript printer or Ghostscript converter to print them). Note that the fonts in the PDF format files will look a little "sloppy" when you view them on your computer screen. However, the text will appear very neat when they are printed. Note that we are using the 5th Edition of my course notes during the Spring 2005 semester.

Course Overview

Quantum Physics starts with a discussion of the semi-classical approach to the physics of the interaction of electromagnetic radiation (i.e., energy or light) and electrons (i.e., matter). It then quickly introduces the student to the concept of the wave function and of probabilities. Techniques for solving the Schrodinger equation for various potentials are examined in both one- and three-dimensions. An in depth study of the hydrogen atom, along with angular momentum and spin, is also carried out in this course. Much of the course involves the use of sophistcated mathematical techniques of differential equations and linear algebra using the Dirac notation. The student is graded on results of the exams, homework, and a course computer project.

Course Syllabus

Click here for the PHYS-4617/5617-001: Quantum Physics course syllabus. You can also download a postscript version or a pdf version of this syllabus by clicking on the appropriate link.

Course Notes Sections:

I. Introduction: Atoms and Light (PDF - 355 KB) (PS - 597 KB)

II. The Wave Function (PDF - 124 KB) (PS - 242 KB)

III. The Time Independent Schrodinger Equation (PDF - 373 KB) (PS - 604 KB)

IV. Formulism and Techniques (PDF - 330 KB) (PS - 332 KB)

V. Quantum Mechanics in Three Dimensions (PDF - 215 KB) (PS - 383 KB)

VI. Angular Momentum and Spin (PDF - 367 KB) (PS - 343 KB)

Homework Assignments, Reviews, Computer Project, and Exams

Homework Assignments: Problem Set 1 (PDF) (PS)

Problem Set 2 (PDF) (PS)

Problem Set 3 (PDF) (PS)

Problem Set 4 (PDF) (PS)

Computer Project: Course Project Home Page

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Last modified: March 17, 2005 by D.G. Luttermoser

I.	Introduction: Atoms and Light (PDF - 355 KB) (PS - 597 KB)
II.	The Wave Function (PDF - 124 KB) (PS - 242 KB)
III.	The Time Independent Schrodinger Equation (PDF - 373 KB) (PS - 604 KB)
IV.	Formulism and Techniques (PDF - 330 KB) (PS - 332 KB)
V.	Quantum Mechanics in Three Dimensions (PDF - 215 KB) (PS - 383 KB)
VI.	Angular Momentum and Spin (PDF - 367 KB) (PS - 343 KB)

Homework Assignments:	Problem Set 1 (PDF) (PS)
	Problem Set 2 (PDF) (PS)
	Problem Set 3 (PDF) (PS)
	Problem Set 4 (PDF) (PS)
Computer Project:	Course Project Home Page