Close Help Print Course module: 202000620 202000620 Quantum Matter Course info Course module 202000620 Credits (ECTS) 3 Course type Study Unit Language of instruction English Contact person prof.dr.ir. H.J.W. Zandvliet E-mail h.j.w.zandvliet@utwente.nl Lecturer(s) Examiner prof.dr.ir. H.J.W. Zandvliet Contactperson for the course prof.dr.ir. H.J.W. Zandvliet Examiner prof.dr.ir. F.A. Zwanenburg Academic year 2022 Starting block 2A Application procedure You apply via OSIRIS Student Registration using OSIRIS Yes Aims Can explain, from historical point of view, the evolvement of Quantum Mechanics and give examples of applications of QM in modern Science & Technology. Can explain the Copenhagen interpretation of QM and use the Schrodinger equation to solve simple problems. Content The basic elements of quantum mechanics will be introduced using a series of examples from modern physics. The following topics will be addressed: duality of particles, diffraction, photo-electric effect, uncertainty relation of Heisenberg, Schrödinger equation, quantum mechanical particle in a box, atoms and molecules, free electron model, band theory of solids, semiconductors and superconductors. Module Module 3 Participating study Bachelor Advanced Technology Required materials Book Tipler & Mosca, Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Vol. 2C Recommended materials - Instructional modes Assessment Presence duty Yes Assignment Lecture Presence duty Yes Other Presence duty Yes Self study without assistance Tests Quantum Matter Close Help Print