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Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
Introduction to Quantum Mechanics is an introduction to the power and elegance of quantum mechanics. Assuming little in the way of prior knowledge, quantum concepts are carefully and precisely presented, and explored through numerous applications and problems. Some of the more challenging aspects that are essential for a modern appreciation of the subject have been included, but are introduced and developed in the simplest way possible.
Undergraduates taking a first course on quantum mechanics will find this text an invaluable introduction to the field and help prepare them for more advanced courses.
Introduction to Quantum
* Starts from basics, reviewing relevant concepts of classical physics where needed.
* Motivates by considering weird behaviour of quantum particles.
* Presents mathematical arguments in their simplest form.
Undergraduates taking a first course on quantum mechanics will find this text an invaluable introduction to the field and help prepare them for more advanced courses.
Introduction to Quantum
* Starts from basics, reviewing relevant concepts of classical physics where needed.
* Motivates by considering weird behaviour of quantum particles.
* Presents mathematical arguments in their simplest form.
288 pages, Paperback
First published June 13, 2003
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May 12, 2024
I had to teach a course in QM following this book. I was a bit sceptical at the start, after being done with the course material I am convinced that I will try to follow a different book if I get to teach again. The book is an attempt to make a simple as possible introduction to quantum mechanics. The book is indeed simpler and shorter than other standard books, but that's at the price of giving a very superficial understanding of the key concepts of quantum mechanics. I find myself constantly changing the order of the material when presenting the theory sessions to accommodate what I would think is a logical order of presentation. One could argue that I am too mathematically inclined, however, the feedback I got from the students is in line with what I've written here.
On top of that, there is quite a lot of errata.
The book might be fine for someone with a weak mathematical background looking to get a superficial understanding of the subject. Even then I would suggest spending some time to try to go through some mathematic basics to tackle any of the other standard QM books, the subject is very interesting and understanding all the subtleties is indeed a rewarding experience.
I would not recommend this to a physics student.
On top of that, there is quite a lot of errata.
The book might be fine for someone with a weak mathematical background looking to get a superficial understanding of the subject. Even then I would suggest spending some time to try to go through some mathematic basics to tackle any of the other standard QM books, the subject is very interesting and understanding all the subtleties is indeed a rewarding experience.
I would not recommend this to a physics student.
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