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Welcome to Quantum physics. This course covers the fundamentals of wave mechanics and quantum physics. It is a challenging course in terms of the mathematical treatment and the concepts themselves. However to get the most out of this class and to do well on the exams it requires that you master the homework and read your text. A key component to understanding the material will be in your ability to vocalize and discuss the concepts. It is highly recommended to develop groups to work on homework and to discuss the incredible and often non-intuitive nature of quantum physics. Grading Policy: Exam 1: 20% Exam 2: 20% Final Exam: 20% Homework (drop the lowest homework score):40% Homework and in class Presentation: Homework for each chapter will be due before the Exam. You are encouraged to discuss and work on problems with your colleagues or me. Exams and Quizzes: You are allowed to develop and use your own formula sheets. The formula sheet should not have problems worked out or text excerpts. Information and Announcements I will maintain a website for this course for announcements and other resources. My homepage is http://phys-astro.sonoma.edu/people/faculty/qualls Professor Information Dr. Jeremy Qualls Ph.D.: 1999 Florida State University Office: Darwin 300K Phone: 664-2256 Email: quallsj@sonoma.edu Office Hours: M-F 10:00-11:00 am Materials Needed: Text Book: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, 2nd ed., by David J. Griffiths (Prentice Hall, 2005). It is recommended to maintain homework in bound notebook and refer to other quantum text for deeper appreciation of the topic. Nice Links for Modern and Quantum Physics from our department http://www.phys-astro.sonoma.edu/people/faculty/tenn/ModernPhysicsLinks.html University Policies There are important University policies that you should be aware of, such as the add/drop policy; cheating and plagiarism policy, grade appeal procedures; accommodations for students with disabilities and the diversity vision statement. (Go to this URL to find them: http://www.sonoma.edu/uaffairs/policies/studentinfo.shtml)
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