Introduction
The course will provide the student with a broad knowledge of modern physics and the structure of matter.
Content
Part I Experimental basis of quantum mechanics. The Schrödinger equation. The wave function as probability amplitude. The uncertainty principle. Energy levels and stationary states. Solution of the Schrödinger equation - quantum numbers. Penetration of barriers. Harmonic oscillator.
Part II Atomic Physics and the hydrogen atom. Bohr's atomic model. The Pauli principle and electron spin. The periodic system.
Part III Physics and statistical physics of solids. Molecules and simple rotation and vibration levels. Band theory for metals. Semiconductors. X-ray spectra.
Part IV Nuclear Physics and Atomic nucleus. Radioactivity. Nuclear Fission. Nuclear fusion.
Part V Elemental Particles: Bosons and fermions. Mesons, baryons. Leptons, quarks and photons. The standard model and its development. Higgs particle.
Learning outcome
After completing the course, the student will have a good understanding of fundamental concepts in quantum mechanics, and be able to convey its central experimental and theoretical results. In addition, have a broad understanding of concepts and methods of solid state, atomic, nuclear and particle physics, including semiconductors, atomic spectra, the periodic table, radioactivity and the standard model of particle physics. Finally, the student must be able to complete simple, illustrative calculations within these areas of physics.
Required prerequisite knowledge
None
Recommended prerequisites
Mechanics (FYS100)
Exam
Oral exam
Weight 1/1
Duration 30 Minutes
Marks Letter grades
Aid None permitted
Oral exam is individual
Note that the exam will be given in the language in which the course is taught.
Coursework requirements
Obligatory assignment, Attendance at lab courses
Mandatory attendance to lab course. 1 mandatory assignment must be approved to get access to the exam.
Method of work
4 hours lectures and 2 hours exercises every week.
Open for
Battery and Energy Engineering
Biological Chemistry - Biotechnology
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Computer Science, Part-Time
Electrical Engineering, Part-Time
Electrical Engineering
Energy and Petroleum Engineering
Geosciences and Energy Resources
Environmental Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics and Physics
Medical Technology
Medical Technology - Part-Time
Admission to Single Courses at Master Level at the Faculty of Science and Technology
Advanced teacher education for levels 8-13
Advanced teacher education for level 8-13 in science
Mathematics and Physics
Mathematics
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Course assessment
The faculty decides whether early dialogue will be held in all courses or in selected groups of courses. The aim is to collect student feedback for improvements during the semester. In addition, a digital course evaluation must be conducted at least every three years to gather students’ experiences.
The course description is retrieved from FS (Felles studentsystem). Version 1