Degree | Type | Year |
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2500097 Physics | OB | 3 |
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It is recommended that students have successfully completed the first two years of the Physics degree (or equivalent joint degrees) in order to guarantee that they have the necessary scientific maturity and skills necessary to assimilate the concepts in this course. A good basis of calculus of one and several variables, and linear algebra is necessary, as well as basic notions of complex numbers. These requirements should be met by any student who has passed the mathematics courses taken during the first and second years. Naturally, it is also necessary to master the formalism and concepts of quantum mechanics introduced in Quantum Physics I.
The objectives set in Quantum Physics I, where the aim is to introduce students to the world of quantum mechanics, will be completed. The student will be exposed and and assisted in reaching the fundamental concepts and formalism of this discipline. Its usefulness, importance and meaning will be illustrated with applications. Algebraic techniques and approximate methods will be developed to tackle relevant problems. Students will be prepared to deepen and broaden their knowledge in the subjects of Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Information and Quantum Optics where they can enrol in the following years.
1 Matrix Mechanics (Algebraic approach)
1.1 Harmonic oscillator (algebraic solution)
Coherent States
1.2 Angular moment
Orbital and intrinsic angular momentum (spin)
1.3 Wave functions of various components or spinorials
2 Composite systems
2.1 Distinguishable particles
2.2 Identical particles
2.3 Helium atom
2.4 EPR Paradox and Bell Inequalities
3 Approximate methods: variational method
3.1 General formulation
3.2 Examples
4 Approximate methods: Time-independent perturbation theory
4.1 General formulation: degenerate and non-degenerate cases
4.2 Fundamental state of the He atom and H_2^+ molecule.
4.3 H atom: fine structure. Zeeman and Paschen-Back Effects
Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning Outcomes |
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Type: Directed | |||
Exercise sessions | 22 | 0.88 | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Theory lectures | 28 | 1.12 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
Type: Autonomous | |||
Solve exercises | 38 | 1.52 | 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
Study theory | 54 | 2.16 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 |
Theoretical lessons: In the master classes we introduce the key concepts and methods that define the contents of the subject, and that the student will have to complete and assimilate with the help of the recommended bibliography and the material that is provided in the virtual campus.
Practice lessons: Problem exercises illustrate the application of the learned concepts to specific problems of pedagogical or practical relevance and should also serve the students to strengthen their mathematical skills.
A part of the problems are solved in class by the problem teacher, so that the students -who will have previously attempted to solve the problems at home- can know the degree of success of their solutions and incorporate the pertinent corrections; other problems must be solved and delivered by the student directly to the teacher. The latter will be done in the form of home deliveries. At least, four seminar sessions, where students in small groups solve a problem that covers in depth some of the key concepts of the course, are scheduled.
Tutoring: individual tutroing sessions ( it might also be possible to organize some in group) are meant for resolving any issues or doubts that arise.
Annotation: Within the schedule set by the centre or degree programme, 15 minutes of one class will be reserved for students to evaluate their lecturers and their courses or modules through questionnaires.
Title | Weighting | Hours | ECTS | Learning Outcomes |
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1rst partial exam | 42.5-45% | 2.5 | 0.1 | 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 |
2nd partial examn | 42.5-45% | 2.5 | 0.1 | 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
Assignments and problem sessions | 10- 15% | 0 | 0 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
Make up exam | 100% | 3 | 0.12 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
All evaluations will be in written form. Exams will be split into a Theory and Problems parts of the same weight. Support texts may not be used during the exams, except for a formulary that will either be attached to the exam or prepared beforehand by the student. The first evaluation (with Theory and Problems) will be done after about 7 weeks and will include approximately half of the syllabus. The second will be done about 7 weeks later and will include the other half.
Both the first and the second partial exams will be redeemable (and with the possibility to improve the grade) at the end of the semester with a final evaluation or make up exam. In other words, there will be two partial exams and for those who want it or need it, there will be a make-up exam for the relevant parts. It is necessary to have a grade above 3 for each of the parts and, in any case, it is necessary to sit in both partials in order to be able to take the make-up exam. The assignements and problem sessions will contribute up to one point (or depending on the workload, up to a point and a half) to the mark of the partial examinations (not to the one of make-up exam). The student will be considered evaluatable if any of the partial or final examinations are handed in.
Basic
F. Mandl, ``Quantum Mechanics'', John Wiley 1992. Llibre de referència que tradicionalment s'ha fet servir a Física Quàntica la UAB i del que disposeu moltes copies a la Bilbioteca de Ciències. S'hi troben molts continguts del curs, tot i així trobareu una exposició més moderna (i pel meu gust més clara) al Griffiths i Ballentine.
D. J. Griffiths, “Introduction to Quantum Mechanics”, Pearson Prentice Hall; 2nd Ed. 2004.
Advanced
L. Ballentine, "Quantum Mechanics: A Modern Development", World Scientific Publishing Company, 1998.
J. J. Sakurai, "Modern Quantum Mechanics", Addison Wesley, 1993.
C. Cohen-Tannoudji, B. Diu, F. Laloe, "Quantum Mechanics", vol.1-2, Wiley-Interscience, 2006.
A. Galindo y P. Pascual, "Mecánica Cuántica", vol I,II y III, Eudema, 1989.
Depending on the adopted presentiallity policy, SLACK will be used to facilitate interaction among students and between students and professors. Zoom will be used for virtual classes
Name | Group | Language | Semester | Turn |
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(PAUL) Classroom practices | 1 | Catalan | second semester | morning-mixed |
(PAUL) Classroom practices | 2 | Catalan | second semester | morning-mixed |
(TE) Theory | 1 | Catalan | second semester | morning-mixed |
(TE) Theory | 2 | Catalan | second semester | morning-mixed |