Conceptual Quantum Physics, Course, - Luleå University of Technology

COURSE SYLLABUS

Conceptual Quantum Physics 7.5 credits

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First cycle, F0014T

Version

Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2021 Sp 1 - Present

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Education level

First cycle

Grade scale

G U 3 4 5

Subject

Physics

Subject group (SCB)

Physics

Entry requirements

In order to meet the general entry requirements for first cycle studies you must have successfully completed upper secondary education and documented skills in English language

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Selection

The selection is based on final school grades or Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test.

Course Aim

Quantum physics describes nature at its most fundamental level. This course aims to give the interested \"non-expert\" knowledge about the scope, methods and meaning of quantum physics. A background in the natural sciences is not necessary. The core of the course concerns the basic concept of quantum physics, and the problem of how our normal reality can emerge from it, something which, surprisingly, is still not understood.

Contents

1. What is quantum physics? 2. Why is quantum physics needed? 3. How does quantum physics work? 4. The reality problem 5. Does God play dice? 6. Schrödinger´s cat 7. Interpretations of quantum physics 8. The measurement problem 9. The Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox 10. Bell´s theorem 11. Non-locality: the whole universe connected!

Realization

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Lectures

Examination

If there is a decision on special educational support, in accordance with the Guideline Student's rights and obligations at Luleå University of Technology, an adapted or alternative form of examination can be provided.

Hand-in problems.

Examiner

Johan Hansson

Transition terms

The course F0014T is equal to MTF127

Literature. Valid from Autumn 2007 Sp 1

Quantum Reality, N. Herbert, Anchor Books 1985

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Course offered by

Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics

Modules

Code	Description	Grade scale	Cr	Status	From period	Title
0002	Assignments	G U 3 4 5	7.50	Mandatory	A13

Study guidance

Study guidance for the course is to be found in our learning platform Canvas before the course starts. Students applying for single subject courses get more information in the Welcome letter. You will find the learning platform via My LTU.

Syllabus established

The syllabus was established by the Department of Applied Physics and Mechanical Engineering 2007-02-28, and remains valid from autumn 2007.

Last revised

by Head Faculty Programme Director Niklas Lehto 17 Feb 2021

Published:7 November 2013

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