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8.05 Quantum Physics II, Fall 2004
(2004-12)Together, this course and 8.06: Quantum Physics III cover quantum physics with applications drawn from modern physics. Topics covered in this course include the general formalism of quantum mechanics, harmonic oscillator, ... -
8.06 Quantum Physics III, Spring 2003
(2003-06)Continuation of 8.05. Units: natural units, scales of microscopic phenomena, applications. Time-independent approximation methods: degenerate and non-degenerate perturbation theory, variational method, Born-Oppenheimer ... -
8.07 Electromagnetism II, Fall 2002
(2002-12)Survey of basic electromagnetic phenomena: electrostatics, magnetostatics; electromagnetic properties of matter. Time-dependent electromagnetic fields and Maxwell's equations. Electromagnetic waves, emission, absorption, ... -
8.07 Electromagnetism II, Fall 2005
(2005-12)This course is the second in a series on Electromagnetism beginning with Electromagnetism I (8.02 or 8.022). It is a survey of basic electromagnetic phenomena: electrostatics; magnetostatics; electromagnetic properties of ... -
8.08 Statistical Physics II, Spring 2003
(2003-06)Probability distributions for classical and quantum systems. Microcanonical, canonical, and grand canonical partition-functions and associated thermodynamic potentials. Conditions of thermodynamic equilibrium for homogenous ... -
8.09 Classical Mechanics II, Fall 2004
(2004-12)Formal introduction to classical mechanics, Euler-Lagrange equations, Hamilton's equations of motion used to describe central force motion, scattering, perturbation theory and Noether's theorem. Extension to continuous and ... -
8.09 Classical Mechanics, Fall 2006
(2006-12)This class provides a formal introduction to classical mechanics, Euler-Lagrange equations, Hamilton's equations of motion used to describe central force motion, scattering, perturbation theory and Noether's theorem. The ... -
8.13 / 8.14 Experimental Physics I & II "Junior Lab", Fall 2002
(2002-12)Junior Lab consists of two undergraduate courses in experimental physics. The courses are offered by the MIT Physics Department, and are usually taken by Juniors (hence the name). Officially, the courses are called ... -
8.13-14 Experimental Physics I & II "Junior Lab", Fall 2004-Spring 2005
(2005-06)Junior Lab consists of two undergraduate courses in experimental physics. The courses are offered by the MIT Physics Department, and are usually taken by Juniors (hence the name). Officially, the courses are called ... -
8.13-14 Experimental Physics I & II "Junior Lab", Fall 2007 - Spring 2008
(2008-06)Junior Lab consists of two undergraduate courses in experimental physics. The courses are offered by the MIT Physics Department, and are usually taken by Juniors (hence the name). Officially, the courses are called ... -
8.20 Introduction to Special Relativity, January (IAP) 2003
(2003-01)Introduces the basic ideas and equations of Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. Topics include: Lorentz transformations, length contraction and time dilation, four vectors, Lorentz invariants, relativistic energy and ... -
8.20 Introduction to Special Relativity, January IAP 2005
(2005)This course introduces the basic ideas and equations of Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. If you have hoped to understand the physics of Lorentz contraction, time dilation, the "twin paradox", and E=mc2, ... -
8.21 The Physics of Energy, Fall 2008
(2008-12)This course is designed to give you the scientific understanding you need to answer questions like - How much energy can we really get from wind? - How does a solar photovoltaic work? - What is an OTEC (Ocean Thermal Energy ... -
8.231 Physics of Solids I, Fall 2002
(2002-12)Introduction to the basic concepts of the quantum theory of solids. Topics: periodic structure and symmetry of crystals; diffraction; reciprocal lattice; chemical bonding; lattice dynamics, phonons, thermal properties; ... -
8.251 String Theory for Undergraduates, Spring 2003
(2003-06)Introduction to the main concepts of string theory to undergraduates. Since string theory is quantum mechanics of a relativistic string, the foundations of the subject can be explained to students exposed to both special ... -
8.251 String Theory for Undergraduates, Spring 2005
(2005-06)Introduction to the main concepts of string theory to undergraduates. Since string theory is quantum mechanics of a relativistic string, the foundations of the subject can be explained to students exposed to both special ... -
8.282J / 12.402J Introduction to Astronomy, Spring 2003
(2003-06)Quantitative introduction to physics of the solar system, stars, interstellar medium, the Galaxy, and Universe, as determined from a variety of astronomical observations and models. Topics: planets, planet formation; stars, ... -
8.286 The Early Universe, Spring 2004
(2004-06)The Early Universe provides an introduction to modern cosmology. The first half deals with the development of the big-bang theory from 1915 to 1980, and latter half with recent impact of particle theory. -
8.321 Quantum Theory I, Fall 2002
(2002-12)8.321 is the first semester of a two-semester subject on quantum theory, stressing principles. Topics covered include: Hilbert spaces, observables, uncertainty relations, eigenvalue problems and methods for solution thereof, ... -
8.323 Relativistic Quantum Field Theory I, Spring 2003
(2003-06)In 8.323, Relativistic Quantum Field Theory I, concepts and basic techniques are developed through applications in elementary particle physics, and condensed matter physics. Topics include: Classical field theory, symmetries, ...