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FYS4110 - Non-relativistic quantum mechanics

Course content

The course gives an introduction to a selection of subjects from advanced, non-relativistic quantum physics: Spin dynamics, path integrals and coherent states; probability in quantum physics, entanglement and the EPR paradox; quantum physics and information, bits and qubits; atoms and photons, spontaneous and stimulated emission, the principle of lasers; adiabatic evolution and Berry phases.

Learning outcomes

The aim is to give the student understanding of a set of central subjects in modern quantum physics. This includes quantum coherence, coherent interactions between atoms and photons, quantum entanglement and the meaning of geometrical phases. The student should learn to apply the density matrix formalism and to be able to analyze relations between states of a composite system and the states of its separate parts. He or she should learn the difference between classical, statistical correlations and quantum entanglement. The student should further learn to apply the photon formalism of electrodynamics to elementary processes of radiation.

Admission

Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.

International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.

Prerequisites

Recommended prior knowledge

FYS3110 - Quantum mechanics, FYS3120 - Classical mechanics and electrodynamics

Overlap

10 credits against FYS9110

Teaching

Six hours of teaching weekly over a full semester (spring).

Exam information

A midterm exam consisting of a home assignment, with approx. 20% weight (October). Midterm exam must be passed to take the final exam. Final written exam, 4 hours. The final exam will have approx. 80% weight on the final grade.

Assessment and grading

Course grades are awarded on a descending scale using alphabetic grades from A to E for passes and F for fail. Read more about the grading system .

An external auditor regularly evaluates the academic quality of the course, including the form of exam used on the course.

Explanations and appeals

Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals

Possibility of make-up exams and re-takes

You can usually resit an exam, but the conditions depend on whether you had a valid reason for absence from the regular exam. Read more about resitting an exam .

Exam options for students with special needs

Students may apply for access to alternative exam resources or exam forms on the basis of chronic illness and/or special needs that create a marked disadvantage to other students in the exam situation. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.

Evaluation of this course

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