Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On the completion of this subject students will be able to understand the use of quantum numbers and Pauli's principle in labelling energy levels; calculate the energy levels for a simple harmonic oscillator; understand how spectroscopic notation is used in multi-electron systems; explain nuclear structure models and how radio-active decay schemes are characterised; perform a series of measurements on experiments related to the above topics; write up experimental reports presenting results and analysing and discussing them.
Synopsis This subject consists of the `Quantum physics' and `Atomic and nuclear physics' units from PHS2022 (see above).
Assessment Examinations (2 x 1.5 hours): 67% + Laboratory work: 33%