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OverviewThis extended and updated second edition course text presents a logical and concise introduction to the basic concepts, applications, and physical meaning of quantum mechanics. An initial review of classical mechanics and electromagnetism provides the reader with the context for quantum mechanics. Starting with atomic level experimental results, the probabilistic nature of quantum mechanics is derived, with the wave function related to the statistical theory of random variables. Applying the requirement of Galilean invariance yields the Schrodinger equation, and the Copenhagen interpretation of the wave function is discussed. After numerous basic applications of wave mechanics, including the hydrogen atom and the harmonic oscillator, the text then presents Dirac notation and Hilbert space theory. New chapters discuss perturbation theory, path integrals, scattering theory, and quantum entanglement. Key Features Extended and updated edition of a well-used textbook Offers a thorough connection to classical mechanics and electromagnetism Provides a logical development of basic quantum mechanical concepts and a connection to formal quantum mechanics Acts as a complete introduction to the most important quantum mechanical results in basic systems An introductory text that provides connections to the current research in quantum computing and measurement theory Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mark S Swanson (Emeritus Professor of Physics, University of Connecticut, Connecticut, USA)Publisher: Institute of Physics Publishing Imprint: Institute of Physics Publishing Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 25.40cm ISBN: 9780750356619ISBN 10: 0750356618 Pages: 450 Publication Date: 30 October 2023 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationMark Swanson, PhD, is Emeritus Professor of Physics at the University of Connecticut and lives in Monroe, Connecticut. He received his PhD in physics from the University of Missouri at Columbia. He held postdoctoral appointments at the University of Alberta and the University of Connecticut, as well as a faculty appointment at the University of Connecticut at Stamford. He is the author of 25 research articles and two monographs, with an emphasis on field theory and path integral techniques. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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