Formalism of quantum mechanics. Entangled systems and their applications. Quantum nonlocality, Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox, Bell theorem. Interpretations of quantum mechanics. Second quantization. Quantum theory of the electromagnetic field. Addition of angular momenta, Clebsch-Gordan coefficients, Wigner-Eckart theorem.
This course may not be repeated for credit.
Notes
- It is expected that a student's background will include Physics 543 or equivalent.
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This course will be offered next in
Fall 2018.