Advanced Quantum Theory (PHYS7241)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
4 Contact hours
Incompatible
PHYS6041 or PHYS7041
Prerequisite
Permission of Head of School + PHYS3040
Assessment methods
Tutorial problems, assignments, and end of semester exam
Course enquiries
Dr John Fjaerestad (jof@physics.uq.edu.au)
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school.
Course description
The first part of this course covers selected topics in quantum mechanics, such as time-dependent perturbation theory, the path integral formalism and the Berry phase. The second part of the course is an introduction to quantum many-body theory, including second quantization, Green's functions, many-body perturbation theory and Feynman diagrams. Both bosonic and fermionic systems are covered. Applications of the many-body formalism to various condensed matter systems and to dilute atomic gases are discussed.