This syllabus is valid: 2010-12-13
and until further notice
Course code: 5FY118
Credit points: 4.5
Education level: First cycle
Main Field of Study and progress level:
Physics: First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Grading scale: Pass with distinction, Pass with merit, Pass, Pass with distinction, Pass, Fail
Responsible department: Department of Physics
Contents
The course starts with a description of the experiments and ideas that led to the theory of quantum mechanics. The wave function, its probability interpretation and the Schrödinger equation are introduced and applied to one-dimensional problems. The quantum mechanical description of the hydrogen atom and the quantum numbers for angular momentum and spin are introduced. The structure and the properties of atomic nuclei are treated, as well as nuclear reactions, fission, fusion and various types of radiation. The course includes a theory part of 3,5 ECTS credits and an experimental laboratory part of 1,0 ECTS credits.
