FYS2140 – Quantum Physics

After completing the course, you are able to:

• describe the main features of the historical development of quantum physics.
• discuss and explain the key concepts and principles of quantum physics.
• solve the Schrödinger equation for standard systems with both analytical and numerical methods, and then interpret the results.
• explain the physical states of elementary particles and atoms in different systems based on quantum mechanics.
• use commutation relations to explain the outcome of measurements.
• work independently with key questions and problems in quantum physics.

In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:

• Mathematics R1 (or Mathematics S1 and S2) + R2

And in addition one of these:

• Physics (1+2)
• Chemistry (1+2)
• Biology (1+2)
• Information technology (1+2)
• Geosciences (1+2)
• Technology and theories of research (1+2)

The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies(in Norwegian).

• MAT1100 – Calculus
• MAT1110 – Calculus and Linear Algebra
• MAT1120 – Linear Algebra
• IN1900 – Introduction to Programming with Scientific Applications
• FYS1100 – Mechanics and Modelling
• FYS1120 – Electromagnetism

The first lecture is mandatory. If you are unable to attend, the Department has to be informed in advance (e-mail studieinfo@fys.uio.no), or else you will lose your place in the course.

The course extends over a full semester with 10 hours of teaching per week:

• 4 hours of lectures
• 2 hours of group sessions
• 2 x 2 hours of problem-solving

The course includes 12 weekly assignments, of which at least 8 must be submitted and approved before you can take the final exam.

Regulations for mandatory activities can be found here.

• Final written exam, 4 hours, which counts 100 % towards the final grade.

This course has mandatory exercises that must be approved before you can sit the final exam.

When writing your exercises make sure to familiarize yourself with the rules for use of sources and citations. Breach of these rules may lead to suspicion of attempted cheating.

• Rottmann: "Matematisk formelsamling"
• Øgrim and Lian or Angell and Lian: "Fysiske størrelser og enheter"
• One A4 sheet of paper with your own notes (written by hand or digitally, both sides of the sheet)
• Approved calculator

Information about approved calculators (in Norwegian)

Students who can document a valid reason for absence from the regular examination are offered a postponed exam at the beginning of the next semester.

New examinations are offered at the beginning of the next semester for students who do not successfully complete the exam during the previous semester.

We do not offer a re-scheduled exam for students who withdraw during the exam.