Theory of Angular Momentum
Study advanced quantum mechanics: angular momentum, rotation operators, and their role in modern physics research.
Study advanced quantum mechanics: angular momentum, rotation operators, and their role in modern physics research.
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What you'll learn
Solve angular momentum eigenvalue equations
Describe quantum states of electrons in hydrogen atoms
Analyze quantum mechanical spin states
Add general angular momenta
Understand rotation operators and their properties
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3.7 Hours PreRecorded video
3 quizzes
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There are 3 modules in this course
This advanced physics course explores the quantum mechanical concept of angular momentum and its relationship with rotation operators. Students learn to analyze angular momentum states, solve eigenvalue equations, and understand quantum mechanical addition of angular momenta. The course covers orbital angular momentum, the hydrogen atom, rotation operators, spin-1/2 systems, and general angular momentum theory.
Orbital Angular Momentum and Hydrogen Atom
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Rotation and Angular Momentum
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
General Theory of Angular Momentum
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
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Wounjhang (Won) Park is a Professor and the N. Rex Sheppard Faculty Fellow in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado, Boulder. His research focuses on photonics and quantum engineering, exploring innovative applications in these fields. Park can be reached via email at won.park@colorado.edu or by phone at (303) 735-3601. For more information, he maintains a current vita and a profile on the CU Experts website. His office is located in ECEE 146.
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