PHYS 400 - Quantum Physics

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Prerequisite: PHYS 306 for Applied Physics majors and Consent of Instructor required for enrollment
Course overs the physical principles, mathematical techniques and interpretation of quantum theory. It takes an innovative approach to quantum physics by combining the essential elements of the theory with the practical applications. Applications include Raman spectroscopy, scanning tunnelling microscopy, quantum optics, quantum cryptography and quantum computing.