Quantum Physics I OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Course on Quantum Physics by MIT
'Quantum Physics I' provides undergraduate students with an introductory approach to quantum mechanics. Offered for free as an OpenCourseWare by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), this course will also delve into wave mechanics and explore numerous concepts and formulas related to these two areas of physics. Students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Physics will benefit from the material presented in this course.
Quantum Physics I: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Yes |
Quantum Physics I: Course Description
This free course is for students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Physics. It examines quantum and wave mechanics as a foundation for future study. This lecture-formatted OpenCourseWare also provides foundational insight on quantum mechanics for experimentation. Professor Vladan Vuletic leads students through general and specific topics exploring both quantum mechanics and wave mechanics. Topics relevant to quantum mechanics will include Compton scattering, the Franck-Hertz experiment and electron diffraction. The portion of this OpenCourseWare dedicated to wave mechanics will cover wave functions, wave packets and the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. Emphasis will be placed on Schrödinger's equation and its applications in both one and three dimensions. Recommended prerequisites for this course are 'Vibrations and Waves' and 'Differential Equations', which are available as OpenCourseWare.
Lecture notes, homework assignments and sample exams are available online for free download. More information can be found at the Quantum Physics course home page.
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