Quantum Mechanics
Master quantum mechanics fundamentals, from Schrödinger equations to molecular structures, designed for engineering professionals.
Master quantum mechanics fundamentals, from Schrödinger equations to molecular structures, designed for engineering professionals.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Statistical Thermodynamics Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Describe the relationship between Schrödinger wave equation and atomic behavior
Demonstrate understanding of quantum chemistry numerical solutions
Analyze quantum mechanics in atomic and molecular structures
Master wave equation solutions for various systems
Apply quantum mechanical principles to real atomic systems
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This course includes:
2.3 Hours PreRecorded video
1 quiz, 4 discussion prompts
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There are 3 modules in this course
Course 2 of Statistical Thermodynamics presents an introduction to quantum mechanics for mechanical and aerospace engineering professionals. The curriculum covers derivation of the Schrödinger wave equation, solutions for simple systems, atomic and molecular structural behavior, and modern quantum chemistry numerical methods. Students learn through a combination of theoretical foundations and practical applications.
Introduction to quantum mechanics
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Simple Solutions of the Wave Equation
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Real Atomic and Molecular Behavior
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
John W. Daily is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in combustion and reacting flows. His research focuses on understanding the behavior of reacting systems to enhance control, improve safety, and mitigate harmful health effects in various applications, including propulsion, wildland fire management, biomass utilization, and material processing. Professor Daily's work aims to provide insights that can lead to safer and more efficient combustion processes.In addition to his research in combustion, Professor Daily is also interested in medical instrumentation and is a co-founder of Precision Biopsy, a company dedicated to developing optical methods for cancer diagnosis. He teaches courses such as "Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids," "Fundamentals of Macroscopic and Microscopic Thermodynamics," and "Quantum Mechanics," equipping students with essential knowledge in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. Through his innovative teaching and impactful research, John W. Daily continues to contribute significantly to the fields of mechanical engineering and biomedical applications at CU Boulder.
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