KEMS4010 Quantum Mechanics for Chemists (6 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Chemistry
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024
Description
- Foundations of quantum mechanics
- Schrödinger's equation
- Particle in a box
- Harmonic vibrator
- Hydrogen atom
- Time dependent and independent perturbation theory
- Electromagnetic radiation
- Absorption and emission
- Covalent bond
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student:
- is able to interpret chemical and physical processes based on concepts of quantum mechanics.
- is able to solve simple quantum mechanical problems using both exact and various approximation methods.
- can use perturbation theory to describe the interaction of atoms and molecules with electromagnetic radiation.
- understand the nature of the covalent bond.
Working Life Skills
- Problem solving skills and abstract thinking.
Description of prerequisites
Intermediate level Physical Chemistry courses KEMA2240 and KEMA2250 and Calculus 1 and 2, or equivalent. In addition, we strongly recommend Calculus 3, Linear Algebra and Geometry 1 and 2 to meet the mathematics level required for this course.
Compulsory prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites
Study materials
- Atkins & Friedman: Molecular Quantum Mechanics, 5th ed
Completion methods
Method 1
Evaluation criteria:
Passing the course (1/5) requires at least 50% of the maximum points in the course (exam plus home work exercises).
Time of teaching:
Period 1
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Method 2
Evaluation criteria:
Passing the course (1/5) requires at least 50% of the maximum score on the exam.
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Participation in teaching (6 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Study methods:
Lectures, homeworks
Teaching
8/29–11/16/2022 Lectures
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Exam (6 cr)
Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English