Introduction: PHY 4604 is the first course of our two-semester introductory quantum mechanics sequence for advanced undergraduates. It covers the basic concepts and formalism of quantum mechanics as well some important exactly solvable problems: piecewise constant one dimensional potentials, the harmonic oscillator, spin and two-level systems, and the hydrogen atom. The material covered in the is course is central to much of contemporary research in physics, other sciences, and engineering. This class is sufficiently important that it is the only 4000 level theory class required of all Physics majors.

Prerequisites: Modern physics, PHY3103 or PHY3063, is a prerequisite because it motivates and introduces the Schrodinger equation, which is the starting point for this course. For mathematics you should have completed differential equations, MAP 2302, as well as have familiarity with such linear algebra concepts as eigenstates and eigenvalues.

Text: The required text by Griffiths and Schroeter is a good introductory quantum mechanics text. As shown on the course home page we will follow the material and the order of topics covered closely. Additional material will be posted to the course web site as needed.

Grades: Your final score for the course will be computed according to

Homework: There will be approximately one homework assignment per week. To learn the most you should try to solve the problems on your own. However, if you are stuck, it is better to seek help from the instructor or other students than to be unable to solve the problem. Direct copying from another student is an academic honesty violation and will be treated as such. Homework assignments are due at the beginning of class. Scores on late assignments will be multiplied by a factor of 0.8 for each day they are late up until the solutions are posted. Homework assignments will not be accepted after solutions are posted.

Quizzes: The point of the homework assignments is to learn the material. There will be short quizzes also approximately once a week based on the same material that was covered in the homework. The quizzes should be straight forward if you understand the concepts in the homework; however, they are closed book and notes so you will need to remember the important equations. To receive a make-up for a quiz you must bring in documentation for a valid reason for missing the quiz. There are no make-ups given more than 2 weeks after the original quiz date.

Exams: There are two evening midterm exams, one in October and one in November, and a final exam. The course web site lists the dates for all exams and other assignments. No formula sheets, notes, books, or calculators are allowed in the exams. A list of formulas which you will need to memorize will be given prior to the exam, and the first part of each exam will be to write down some of these formulas. Students missing a midterm for a valid reason may take a commutative make-up during final exam week.

Students Requiring Accommodations: Students with disabilities requesting accommodations should first register with the Disability Resource Center (352- 392-8565, www.dso.ufl.edu/drc/) by providing appropriate documentation. Once registered, students will receive an accommodation letter which must be presented to the instructor when requesting accommodation. Students with disabilities should follow this procedure as early as possible in the semester.

Academic Honesty Policy: UF students are bound by The Honor Pledge which states, “We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honor and integrity by abiding by the Honor Code. On all work submitted for credit by students at the University of Florida, the following pledge is either required or implied: “On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment.” The Honor Code ( https://www.dso.ufl.edu/sccr/process/student-conduct-honor-code/) specifies a number of behaviors that are in violation of this code and the possible sanctions. Furthermore, you are obligated to report any condition that facilitates academic misconduct to appropriate personnel. If you have any questions or concerns, please consult with the instructor or TAs in this class.

Teaching Evaluation: Students are expected to provide professional and respectful feedback on the quality of instruction in this course by completing course evaluations online via GatorEvals. Guidance on how to give feedback in a professional and respectful manner is available at https://gatorevals.aa.ufl.edu/students Students will be notified when the evaluation period opens, and can complete evaluations through the email they receive from GatorEvals, in their Canvas course menu under GatorEvals, or via https://ufl.bluera.com/ufl/. Summaries of course evaluation results are available to students at https://gatorevals.aa.ufl.edu/public-results/.

Important Student Wellness Resources

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Counseling and Wellness Center: https://counseling.ufl.edu/, 392-1575; and the University Police Department:392-1111 or 9-1-1 for emergencies.

Sexual Assault Recovery Services (SARS) Student Health Care Center, 392-1161. University Police Department, 392-1111 (or 9-1-1 for emergencies). http://www.police.ufl.edu/

Important Academic Resources

E-learning technical support: 352-392-4357 (select option 2) or e-mail to Learning- support@ufl.edu. https://lss.at.ufl.edu/help.shtml

Career Connections Center: Reitz Union, 392-1601. Career assistance and counseling. https://career.ufl.edu/

Library Support: http://cms.uflib.ufl.edu/ask. Various ways to receive assistance with respect to using the libraries or finding resources.

Teaching Center: Broward Hall, 392-2010 or 392-6420. General study skills and tutoring. http://teachingcenter.ufl.edu/

Writing Studio: 302 Tigert Hall, 846-1138. Help brainstorming, formatting, and writing papers. http://writing.ufl.edu/writing-studio/

Student Complaints On-Campus: https://sccr.dso.ufl.edu/policies/student-honor-code-student-conduct-code/