Master modern quantum mechanics applications in science and technology, from spin to quantum information.
Master modern quantum mechanics applications in science and technology, from spin to quantum information.
This comprehensive course explores advanced concepts in quantum mechanics and their applications in modern science and technology. Building on fundamental quantum mechanics, students learn about spin, identical particles, quantum mechanics of light, and quantum information basics. The curriculum covers critical topics including quantum mechanics in crystals, one-dimensional problems, particle interactions, and quantum measurement. Special emphasis is placed on practical applications in semiconductor devices, optoelectronics, and quantum computing. The course provides a solid foundation for understanding quantum mechanics in current technological applications and prepares students for deeper study in specific advanced topics.
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What you'll learn
Master advanced quantum mechanics concepts including spin and identical particles
Understand quantum mechanics of light and photon behavior
Analyze crystal structures and semiconductor device physics
Explore quantum information basics and quantum computing principles
Learn modern quantum mechanical notation and practical applications
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There are 8 modules in this course
This advanced quantum mechanics course covers key topics essential for modern applications in science and technology. The curriculum progresses from fundamental concepts to advanced applications, including crystal structures, tunneling mechanics, spin theory, and quantum information. Students learn through a combination of theoretical study and practical problem-solving, with emphasis on real-world applications in semiconductors, optoelectronics, and quantum computing. The course includes comprehensive coverage of mixed states, quantum measurement, and various interpretations of quantum mechanics.
Quantum mechanics in crystals
Module 1 · 1 Weeks to complete
Methods for one-dimensional problems
Module 2 · 1 Weeks to complete
Spin and identical particles
Module 3 · 1 Weeks to complete
Quantum mechanics of light
Module 4 · 1 Weeks to complete
Interaction of different kinds of particles
Module 5 · 1 Weeks to complete
Mixed states and the density matrix
Module 6 · 1 Weeks to complete
Quantum measurement and quantum information
Module 7 · 1 Weeks to complete
Interpretation of quantum mechanics
Module 8 · 0 Weeks to complete
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A Pioneer in Optics and Quantum Engineering
David Miller, the W. M. Keck Foundation Professor of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University, has revolutionized optical communications and quantum engineering throughout his distinguished career. After earning his B.Sc. from St. Andrews and Ph.D. from Heriot-Watt University, he spent 15 years at Bell Laboratories before joining Stanford in 1996, where he has made groundbreaking contributions to nanophotonics and quantum-well optoelectronics. His research has yielded over 300 scientific papers and 75 patents, with applications ranging from optical fiber communications to information processing. Miller's impact extends beyond research through his widely-used textbook "Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers" and his online quantum mechanics courses, which have reached over 70,000 students worldwide. His exceptional contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including the OSA Adolph Lomb Medal, the R. W. Wood Prize, and the Carnegie Millennium Professorship, along with fellowships in prestigious societies including the Royal Society of London and the Royal Society of Edinburgh. As a member of both the U.S. National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering, Miller continues to advance the frontiers of optics and quantum engineering while inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers
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