Admission requirements
Quantum Mechanics 1, Statistical Physics 1, Classical Mechanics B, AN3na, LA2na
Description
This course deepens the understanding of quantum mechanics by studying important quantum phenomena and applications of quantum mechanics in technologies like MRI and the laser.
The following topics are treated:
Quantum statistical description of indistinguishable particles
Fermi-Dirac, Bose-Einstein, and Planck distributions
The free electron gas, Bose-Einstein condensation, and the law of Stefan and Boltzmann.
The structure of atoms and the Periodic Table
Time-independent perturbation theory and application in the fine-structure and hyperfinestructure in the spectrum of the hydrogen atom
Influence of external magnetic field (Zeeman-effect) and electrical field (Stark-effect) on spectral lines
Time-dependent perturbation theory and application to two-level systems
Nuclear magnetic resonance and its use in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Einstein theory of radiation processes: absorption, stimulated and spontaneous emission and its use in the laser.
selection rules for radiative transitions
An introduction to more advanced and/or modern topics in quantum mechanics is given: Dirac equation for relativistic electrons, entanglement, and quantum computers.
Course objectives
After the course the student will be able to discuss and explain the following concepts and topics and to apply these concepts in calculations:
Quantum statistical description of indistinguishable particles
Fermi-Dirac, Bose-Einstein and Planck distribution
Properties of the free electron gas, the free Bose gas, and the role of the density of states
How quantum mechanics averts the ultraviolet catastrophy
Apply time-independent perturbation theory to calculate the fine-structure and hyperfinestructure of the spectrum of hydrogen atoms
How external magnetic (Zeeman-effect) and electrical fields (Stark-effect) affect the spectra of atoms
Apply time-dependent perturbation theory to two-level systems and explain the essence of magnetic resonance imaging
Explain the radiative processes: absorption, stimulated and spontaneous emission (Einstein theory) and perform calculations of the corresponding transition rates.
You will be able to explain or describe in your own words the following concepts or topics:
How the laser (and maser) work
Entanglement and quantum information
Dirac equation for relativistic electrons
Transferable Skills
You are able to paraphrase your reasonings clearly
You plan your time in such a way that your study load is well divided over the various study activities that are needed in this course: studying the book, preparing for lectures and tutorials(exercise classes), working out exercises, and preparing for the exam.
Timetable
Schedule
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Mode of instruction
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Lectures, tutorials (exercise classes) and homework assignments. The lectures are in Dutch or English (depending on the lecturer), exercises and exam are in English. In the exercise classes both languages can be used.
Course Load
Total course load 5 EC = 140 hours, of which 44 hours are spent attending lectures and tutorials (11x2 hours lectures + 11x2 hours tutorials). Approximately 40 hours are needed to study the course material. The remaining 56 hours are spent on completing the assignments and preparing for and participating in the exam.
Assessment method
Written exam (closed book) with open questions.
The final grade is calculated using the grade of the exam and adding a bonus of maximally 1 point to be earned by handing in homework assignments. For the retake exam the bonus does not apply.
Reading list
David J. Griffiths and Darrell F. Schroeter, Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, 3rd edition, ISBN 978-1-107-18963-8 (hard back). This is the same book as used in the Quantum Mechanics 1 course. As complement to the textbook the lecture notes Quantum Statistical Physics will be made available.
Errata and a warning about incomplete international editions of the textbook can be found on the personal homepage of David Griffiths http://www.reed.edu/physics/faculty/griffiths.html
Registration
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Contact
Lecturer:Dr. D.F.E. Samtleben
Remarks
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