PHYS 434 - Quantum Mechanics

(3 credits)
Prerequisite: PHYS 401 with a minimum grade of “C-” or PHYS 416 with a minimum grade of “C-“
See Addenda to the 2025/2026 Catalog  for changes to this course effective Spring 2026

Quantum Mechanics develops a wave function formulism of matter, the Schrodinger equation, and its underlying mathematical structure. The Schrodinger equation is applied to the electron, the hydrogen atom, multi-electron atoms and radiation. Offered alternate years. (Formerly PHYS 402) May be taken for graduate-level credit.