PHYSIC 613: Quantum Mechanics, Atomic, and Molecular Physics

This lecture course focusses on the fundamental principles and applications of the quantum theory of matter. Topics include bound systems (potential well harmonic oscillator, hydrogen atom), angular momentum, spin, identical particles, the periodic table, exchange forces, chemical bonding, linear vector spaces, perturbation theory. Such other topics as magnetic resonance, symmetry groups, and elementary particles are selected for study according to student and faculty interests. When Offered: This class is offered in the Fall semester every year. UMass Boston Course Search page