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402-2204-00L 6 Credits BSC D-CHAB , D-PHYS

Physics IV

Physik IV

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Andreas Wallraff
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:29:44

Abstract

Introductory course on quantum mechanics and atomic physics. Topics include: Schrödinger equation, one dimensional problems, particle in a box, potential well, tunneling, harmonic oscillator, fermions, bosons, matter waves, hydrogen atom, spin, magnetic moment, periodic table of elements, Zeeman/Stark effects, basics of chemical bonds, simple molecules, basics of quantum information processing.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
Wörterbuch, Taschenrechner, maximal 10 A4-Seiten (oder 5 doppelseitig beschriebene Blätter) handschriftliche Notizen

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Physik IV
  • Mon 15:45-16:30 (HPH G 2)
  • Wed 13:45-15:30 (HPH G 2)
3 h weekly
exercise Physik IV
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPK D 24.2)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP G 3)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP G 5)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP G 6)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP G 7)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP H 1)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP H 2)
  • Mon 13:45-15:30 (HPP H 5)
2 h weekly

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