Quantum Mechanics

Presents a distinctive and modern treatment of quantum mechanics, including detailed chapters on group theory and quantum entanglement.

Arjun Berera (Author), Luigi Del Debbio (Author)

9781108423335, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 21 October 2021

500 pages
25.3 x 19.4 x 2.4 cm, 1.12 kg

'Lucid introduction to a complex subject accessible to advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in science and engineering. The authors combine physical insight and mathematical rigour in explaining abstract concepts with a variety of examples. Covers all the quintessential topics in the field, as well as a valuable modern introduction to quantum entanglement.' Kaladi Babu, Oklahoma State University

Designed for a two-semester advanced undergraduate or graduate level course, this distinctive and modern textbook provides students with the physical intuition and mathematical skills to tackle even complex problems in quantum mechanics with ease and fluency. Beginning with a detailed introduction to quantum states and Dirac notation, the book then develops the overarching theoretical framework of quantum mechanics, before explaining physical quantum mechanical properties such as angular momentum and spin. Symmetries and groups in quantum mechanics, important components of current research, are covered at length. The second part of the text focuses on applications, and includes a detailed chapter on quantum entanglement, one of the most exciting modern applications of quantum mechanics, and of key importance in quantum information and computation. Numerous exercises are interspersed throughout the text, expanding upon key concepts and further developing students' understanding. A fully worked solutions manual and lecture slides are available for instructors.

Preface
Part I. Basics: 1. Stories and Thoughts about Quantum Mechanics
2. Quantum States
3. Observables
4. Dynamics
5. Potentials
6. Harmonic Oscillator
7. Systems in Three Spatial Dimensions
8. Angular Momentum
9. Spin
10. Addition of Angular Momenta
11. Central Potentials
12. Hydrogen Atom
13. Identical Particles
14. Symmetries in Quantum Mechanics
Part II. Applications: 15. Quantum Entanglement
16. Time-independent Perturbation Theory
17. Calculation Methods Beyond Perturbation Theory
18. Time-dependent Perturbation Theory
19. Quantum Scattering Theory
Index.

Subject Areas: Mathematical physics [PHU], Quantum physics [quantum mechanics & quantum field theory PHQ]