Scattering and phase shift
Resonance
Gamow penetration and proton, alpha and cluster decays
Continuum
Complex energy plane
Antibound state and nuclear halo
Resonance in relativistic systems
FSH3314 Non-Hermitian Quantum Mechanics 7.5 credits
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The main aim of the course is to understand the basic concepts in scattering theory and non-Hermitian quantum dynamics. On completion of the curse, the students will be able to apply the theory of quantum scattering for particles in a spherically symmetric potential. They should acquire knowledge about resonances, continuum as well as bound and antibound states in the complex energy plane of quantum mechanics. The students will be able to describe the resonaces and unbound states in atomic, molecular, nuclear and hadron physics. They should also be able to analyze quantum scattering and transport by complex potentials. The students are also expected to be able to apply the theory to analyze the decay properties of unstable and open quantum systems, for example the charged-particle decays from atomic nucleus. They will also be able to describe the halo properties in exotic nuclei and certain reaction processes in nuclear astrophysics.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Admitted to PhD studies in Physics, Biological Physics, or related fields of study.
Literature
D.S. Belkic, The principles of Quantum scattering theory, Stockholms University and lecture notes.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- SEM1 - Seminars, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
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Other requirements for final grade
To pass the course the students should give 1-2 open seminars on the subject and hand in a study report. In both cases the students should demonstrate that they have obtained good understanding of the subject and be able to apply their knowledge to practial problems and answer the questions and comments raised by the teacher and other students in a proper way.
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
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Education cycle
Third cycle