University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

This module will provide students with an in-depth understanding of the principles of Quantum Mechanics. The principles will be used to analyse simple physical systems and to approximate more complex problems successfully.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. define terms and explain concepts relating to the physical principles covered by this module’s syllabus.
  2. describe the physical laws that connect terms and concepts covered by this module’s syllabus and, where appropriate, derive the mathematical relationships between those terms and concepts.
  3. outline applications to real-world situations of the physical principles covered by this module’s syllabus.
  4. analyze physical situations using concepts, laws and techniques learned in this module.
  5. identify and apply pertinent physics concepts, and appropriate mathematical techniques, to solve physics problems related to the content of this module’s syllabus.
Assessments
  • Written Assessment (80%)
  • Continuous Assessment (20%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module PH421: "Quantum Mechanics" and is valid from 2021 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.