| SCHOOL | School of Engineering | ||
| ACADEMIC UNIT | Department of Mechanical Engineering | ||
| LEVEL OF STUDIES | Undergraduate | ||
| COURSE CODE | 0813.4.006.0 | SEMESTER | 2nd |
| COURSE TITLE | Introduction to Modern Physics - Quantum Structure of Matter | ||
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INDEPENDENT TEACHING ACTIVITIES if credits are awarded for separate components of the course |
WEEKLY TEACHING HOURS |
CREDITS |
| 0 | 4 | |
| Total | 0 | 4 |
| COURSE TYPE general background, special background, specialised general knowledge, skills development |
Undergraduate course |
| PREREQUISITE COURSES | Calculus of one variable Differential Equations Linear Algebra |
| LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION and EXAMINATIONS | English |
| OFFERED TO ERASMUS STUDENTS | Yes (in English) |
| COURSE WEBSITE (URL) |
| Learning outcomes |
This course introduces students to elementary concepts of quantum physics. It begins with the end of classical physics and describes the evolution of quantum theory, its basic principles, as well as its consequences in the macrocosm. Starting with the Schrodinger equation, along with certain fundamental principles of quantum theory—such as the uncertainty principle and the Pauli exclusion principle—as well as the relevant formalism, the course concludes with (i) the explanation of the periodic table of elements and (ii) the consequences of quantum theory on well-known and elementary properties of matter. These include the typical density of matter, its compressibility, electrical conductivity, etc. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: Know the basic principles of quantum physics. Understand the concept of the wavefunction. Know how to solve simple quantum mechanics problems. Understand basic properties of matter. |
| General Competences |
Independent work Working in an interdisciplinary environment Generation of new research ideas Promotion of free, creative, and inductive thinking |
The End of Classical Physics – From Classical to Quantum Description Black-body radiation and Planck's explanation Photoelectric effect Compton effect The quantum view of matter Old and New Quantum Theory The planetary model of the atom and Bohr's theory De Broglie matter waves The foundation of quantum theory The wavefunction and the Schrodinger equation The statistical significance of the wavefunction and observable quantum mechanical quantities The uncertainty principle The harmonic oscillator The Pauli exclusion principle Two Important Problems of Fundamental Significance The hydrogen atom and atomic orbitals The periodic table of elements From Atoms to Molecules and Condensed Matter The quantum theory of the chemical bond Solids: Conductors, Semiconductors, Insulators The end of stars: White dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes The discovery of the transistor |
| DELIVERY Face-to-face, Distance learning, etc. |
Lectures | ||||
| USE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY Use of ICT in teaching, laboratory education, communication with students |
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| TEACHING METHODS The manner and methods of teaching are described in detail. |
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| STUDENT PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Description of the evaluation procedure |
Quizzes Final written exam |
https://cup.gr/book/introduction-to-quantum-physics/ |