An introduction to nonrelativistic quantum mechanics;
the Schrödinger equation and its application to simple systems.
Prerequisites:
Phys 308, Phys 318 and Math 353.
Class Schedule:
M 12:00 - 1:15 PM and TH 02:30 PM - 03:45 PM, Lewis Room 228
Textbook:
Richard W. Robinett, Quantum mechanics (Oxford University Press, 2006), ISBN: 9780198530978.
Course Credit Hours:
3
Evaluation
Grade Type:Whole Letter Grade (A - F)
Grade Ranges:
A: .. 88%
and up
B: ......
75-87%
C: ......
60-74%
D: ......
40-59%
F: less
than 40%
These values are
tentative, but will not be higher than indicated here.
Grade
Percentage:
30%
Homework & Quizzes
20%
In-class test 1
20%
In-class test 2
30%
Final Exam
Homework:
Homework
assignments will be announced in class. Late
homeworks will not normally be accepted, but
students may be excused from turning in an assignment if there is a valid
reason. If a student joined the class late, or has extended
unavoidable absences
the instructor may make some adjustments
to the homework policy. Homeworks must be turned in at the beginning of
class on the day they are due.
Homeworks must be
easy to read; please do not use red pen; staple the pages together. Student full
name and problem set number must be written on the first page of the homework.
In-class
tests and final exam:
In-class tests and final exam will consist of problems to be worked out. Students will be allowed to
use a calculator and may be provided with an equation sheet by the instructor if needed. No use of notes or
books will be allowed during in-class tests and exams.
Homeworks and tests must be easy to read. Students should not not use red pen and should staple
the pages together. Student name and problem set number should be clearly written on the first page.
All returned tests and
homeworks should be kept by students until the final grade of the course has
been posted by the instructor.
Course Attendance Policy
All students are required to be present for all class meetings.
Academic integrity
Students are responsible for knowing and adhering to the academic integrity policy of the University of Mississippi listed
in the Student Academic Conduct and Discipline Policy
number 10000600, Code ACA.AR.600.001. Examples of academic misconduct inlude but not limited to cheating and plagiarism.
Any academic misconduct will be reported to the Academic Discipline Committee.
Non-Discrimination policy
It is the policy of the University of Mississippi not to discriminate against anyone on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, age, sexual orientation or being a disabled veteran or
veteran of the Vietnam era. Students are encouraged to freely examine and exchange diverse ideas
both inside and outside the classroom.
Changes to syllabus
If a revision of the syllabus becomes necessary during the semester, it will be discussed in class. Any
changes to the syllabus will be posted on the course website.
