Exploring Quantum Physics
An introduction to quantum physics with emphasis on topics at the frontiers of research, and developing understanding through exercise.
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Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Week 1 - Welcome, Lecture 1 and 2 - Conceptual Grounds
Week 2
Week 2 - Lecture 3 and 4 - Path Integral
Week 3
Week 3 - Lecture 5 and 6 - Quantum Wells to Cooper Pairs
Week 4
Week 4 - Lecture 7 and 8 - Quantum Oscillators
Week 5
Week 5 - Lecture 9 and 10 - The (Simplest) Atom
Week 6
Week 6 - Lecture 11 and 12 - The Bouncing Ball
Week 7
Week 7 - Lecture 13 and 14 - Rotation and Spin
Week 8
Week 8 - Lecture 15 and 16 - Quantum Gas and Time Dependence
Final Exam
Week 9
Bonus Lectures
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
This course is certainly too difficult for beginners, however, students with prior education in Q.M., Calculus and generalized physics will have a great but challenging time with this course.
Excellent.Informative and ell explained by resource person.I enjoyed very much and learn a lot.
Very challenging course. The lectures are confusing and superficial, but the exercises and the exam problems are very interesting (and importantly are all correct).
