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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Physics 4D


COURSE DESCRIPTION
4D Modern Physics Units: 4.00
 
Prerequisite(s): None.

Co-Requisite(s): PHY 4C
Relativity theory, the old quantum theory, fundamentals of quantum mechanics and basic applications of these theories to examples including the one-electron atom. 72 hours lecture.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Relativity theory, old quantum theory and fundamentals of quantum mechanics.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.   Apply Galilean and Lorentz transformations between coordinate
      systems.

2.   Solve relativistic kinematic problems.

3.   Utilize the photoelectric, Compton and pair-prodctuon formulas for
      high-energy photon interactions.

4.   Calculate the Energy levels of the hydrogen atom from angular
      momentum quantitization.

5.   Explain the propagation of waves and wave packets.

6.   Solve Schrodinger's time independent equation for various
      potential wells and understand the meaning of the solutions.

7.   Derive the Quantum derivation of the Hydrogen atom and define
      the quantum numbers and spectral selection rules.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Special Theory of Relativity
  2. Blackbody Radiation
  3. Particle nature of light
  4. The Bohr Atom
  5. The wave nature of matter
  6. Quantum Mechanics in 1 Demension
  7. Quantum Mechanics in 3 Demensions
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Class lectures
  • Discussions
  • Class exercises
  • Cooperative learning tasks
  • Laboratory exercise
  • Problem sets
  • Demonstrations
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Presentations / performance
  • Quizzes / examinations
  • Written assignments
  • Participation and regular attendance
  • Laboratory projects / performance
  • Final examination
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Eisberg, Resnick. Quantum Physics. 2 ed. any: Wiley, 1985.
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