PHYS 3317

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PHYS 3317
Applications of Quantum Mechanics

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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, molecular physics, introduction to quantum statistics, topics in solid-state physics, nuclear structure, and elementary particle physics. Students will develop their order-of-magnitude reasoning and their modeling skills.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: PHYS 3316.

Distribution Category (PBS-AS, PHS-AS)

Comments Should be taken before PHYS 4443.

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Syllabi: none

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

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  3678 PHYS 3317   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Students unable to enroll in open class components during their pre-enroll window can join the waitlist at www.physics.cornell.edu/waitlist. Students will be placed in available spots prior to the start of classes when possible.

  •  3679 PHYS 3317   DIS 201

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  3680 PHYS 3317   DIS 202

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person