PHYS 3317

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PHYS 3317
Applications of Quantum Mechanics

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

Covers a number of applications of quantum mechanics to topics in modern physics. Uses the tools developed in PHYS 3316, and does not introduce new formalism. Topics include: the physics of single and multi-electron atoms, introduction to quantum statistics, band theory of solids, superconductivity, nuclear structure, elementary particle physics. Students will develop their order-of-magnitude reasoning and their modeling skills.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: PHYS 3316. Should be taken before PHYS 4443.  

Distribution Category (PBS-AS, PHS-AS)

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Syllabi:

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  4678 PHYS 3317   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
    Hybrid: rotational in person attendance to be determined by instructor. Please check Canvas for rotation information. Contact physicsenrollment@cornell.edu for additional assistance.
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 20061 PHYS 3317   LEC 002

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    • TR Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Grossman, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Online
    This is an online overflow for LEC 001. Contact physicsenrollment@cornell.edu for additional assistance.

  •  4679 PHYS 3317   DIS 201

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    • F Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Grossman, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  •  4680 PHYS 3317   DIS 202

  •  
    • F Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Grossman, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  • 21678 PHYS 3317   DIS 203

  •  
    • F Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Grossman, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Online