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402-0205-00L 10 Credits BSC , DS , MSC D-USYS , D-PHYS , D-MATH , D-CHAB
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Quantum Mechanics I

Quantenmechanik I

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Matthias Gaberdiel
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:27

Abstract

Introduction to non-relativistic single-particle quantum mechanics. Inparticular, the basic concepts of quantum mechanics, such asthe quantisation of classical systems, the description of observable asoperators on a Hilbert space, and the formulation of symmetrieswill be discussed. These ideas will be illustrated with some generic examples.

Objective

Introduction to single-particle quantum mechanics. Familiarity with basic ideas and concepts (quantisation, operator formalism, Dirac-notation, symmetries, perturbation theory) and generic examples and applications (bound states, tunneling, scattering states, in one- and three-dimensional settings). Ability to solve simple problems.

Content

Keywords: Schrödinger equation, basic formalism of quantum mechanics (states, operators, commutators, measuring process). Symmetries (translations, rotations and angular momenta), spherically symmetric problems in three dimensions, scattering theory. Density matrices, Schrödinger-, Heisenberg-, Dirac-pictures, time reversal, perturbation theory, variational techniques, spin, addition of angular moment.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , DS , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Quantenmechanik I
  • Tue 08:45-10:30 (HPV G 4)
  • Thu 10:45-11:30 (HPV G 4)
3 h weekly
exercise Quantenmechanik I
  • Thu 14:45-16:30 (HCI D 4)
  • Thu 14:45-16:30 (HPP H 2)
  • Thu 14:45-16:30 (HPP H 6)
  • Thu 14:45-16:30 (HPV G 4)
  • Thu 14:45-16:30 (HPV G 5)
  • 21.12 Date 14:45-16:30 (HPP G 3)
2 h weekly

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