PH 225: Quantum Mechanics I (2023) Autumn
Prof Ramadevi

Prerequisite

None

Course Content

Review quantum ideas using wave function formalism; Linear vector spaces and Dirac bra(ket) notation; Operators, state vector approach of harmonic oscillator; Hydrogen atom; angular momentum, spin,

Books

1. Principles of Quantum Mechanics by R. Shankar 2. Introduction to Quantum Mechanics by D. J. Griffiths 3. Modern Quantum Mechanics by J. J. sakurai 4. Quantum Mechanics by C. Cohen-Tannoudji and F. Laloe 5. Quantum Mechanics by L. D. Landau and E. M. Lifshitz

Review by Anonymous

Lectures

Lectures were fairly simple to understand. The professor was interactive and encouraged doubts and discussions. Although synchronisation of topics could have been done better. The mathematics was not difficult although it takes time to understand the new formalism. Overall it is a straightforward course that covers the introductory topics of quantum mechanics

Assignments, Exams and Grading

2 Quizzes: 30% weightage Misdesm : 30% Endsem: 40% Level of each examination was easy to moderate. Midsem and endsem included both objective and subjective questions. Marking scheme was quite lenient

Tips

Overall it is an introductory course, covering the basic concepts and formalism of quantum mechanics. Attending the lectures will help in being on track. Doing PYQ's before exams will be very helpful