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[ 461QAESTQDU23 ] UE Theory of Quantum Dynamics

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1,5 ECTS M - Master's programme Physics Tobias Kramer 1 hpw Johannes Kepler University Linz
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Original study plan Master's programme Physics 2025W
Learning Outcomes
Competences
Upon successful completion of the course, students are able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and established concepts of time-dependent quantum mechanics, covering the areas listed below. They can solve problems in the area of time-dependent quantum mechanics while working with the scientific literature.

This exercise is methodologically complemented by the lecture Theory of Quantum Dynamics.

Skills Knowledge
Upon completing the course, students will possess the following skills. They are able to

  • apply their mathematical and physical knowledge for deriving key equations and quantities in time-dependent quantum mechanics (k3);
  • implement approximative methods to solve the propagation of quantum mechanical objects (k2/k5);
  • connect the theoretical formalism with experimental data from literature (k3/k4).
During the course, students will acquire knowledge in the following areas and concepts of quantum dynamics:

  • time-evolution operators and propagators;
  • wave packet propagation and coherent states;
  • time-dependent interactions;
  • adiabatic and sudden perturbations;
  • interaction of electromagnetic waves with quantized objects;
  • connection between classical and quantum mechanics.
Criteria for evaluation Evaluation will be based on (1) tests and/or (2) the number/quality of successfully solved exercises and their presentation in the exercise class.
Details will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Methods Students are expected to solve exercise questions as part of their self-study. The solutions are then presented and discussed in class.
Language English
Changing subject? No
On-site course
Maximum number of participants 25
Assignment procedure Assignment according to priority