Quantum Physics

Recommended Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Teaching Methods

1. Theoretical classes with exposition of concepts, principles and fundamental theories and examples of application, using traditional means (blackboard) and audiovisual means;
2. Theoretical-practical classes of problem solving in which the student's autonomy is to be developed in the resolution of exercises of practical application, that require the conjugation of distinct theoretical concepts and promote the critical reasoning; 3. Practical classes with the development of experimental work.
The assessment during the semester has a laboratory (4 points) and a frequency component (16 points).

Learning Outcomes

1. Acquire basic concepts of quantum mechanics and ability to apply them to specific physical situations.
2. Acquire basic knowledge of Atomic Physics and Physics of Solids. Integration of knowledge acquired in these three areas in a quantum description of matter.
3. Ability to search and use literature, organizing a consistent set of information relating to the referred subjects.
4. Ability to solve problems, including the development of relevant mathematical skills.
5. Ability to implement and interpret simple experiments related to the subject content.
. Competence in analysis and synthesis;
. Competence in oral and written communication;
. Competence in information management;
. Competence to solve problems;
. Competence in applying theoretical knowledge to practice;
. Competence in group work;
. Competence in critical thinking;
. Competence to understand the language of other experts.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1. Quantification of light and energy. Bohr model of the atom. Wavelike properties of particles.
2. Schrodinger equation. Operators, eigenvalues, eigenfunctions. Physical interpretation. Wave function, probability density and average values. Applications to one-dimensional problems: the potential well, step and barrier, and the
harmonic oscillator.
3. The hydrogen atom: solving the equation Schrodinger, eigenvalues, quantum numbers, the eigenfunctions, probability densities, orbital angular momentum.
4. Angular momentum. Stern-Gerlach experiment, spin, addition of angular momentum.
5. Multieletronic Atoms. Central field approximation. L-S coupling. Optical excitations. Transition rates and selection rules.
6. Introduction to solid physics: conductors and semiconductors. Band theory. Magnetic properties of solids. Superconductivity. Applications.

Head Lecturer(s)

Vitali Iourievitch Tchepel

Assessment Methods

Final assessment
Laboratory work or Field work: 20.0%
Exam: 80.0%

Continuous assessment
Laboratory work or Field work: 20.0%
Frequency: 80.0%

Bibliography

- Apontamentos de Física Quântica, Helena Vieira Alberto & João Carvalho, 2018.
- Modern Physics, Krane, editora John Wiley and Sons, Inc., 2nd Ed. 1996.
- Apontamentos de Fundamentos de Física Moderna (cap. 2) Pedro Vieira Alberto, 1995.
- Quantum Physics, R. Eisberg and R. Resnick, John Wiley Sons, 2nd Ed.1974.
- Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, D.J. Griffiths , Prentice Hall, 1995.