Quantum Mechanics
Overall Expectations
F1. analyze, with reference to quantum mechanics, how the introduction of new conceptual models and theories can influence and/or change scientific thought and lead to the development of new technologies; F2. investigate quantum mechanics, and solve related problems; F3. demonstrate an understanding of the evidence that supports the basic concepts of quantum mechanics. Specific Expectations F1. Relating Science to Technology, Society, and the Environment by the end of this course, students will: F1.1 analyze the development of one of two major revolutions in modern physics and assess how they changed scientific thought [AI, C] F1.2 assess the importance of quantum mechanics to the development of various technologies [AI, C] F2. Developing Skills of Investigation n and Communication F2.1 use appropriate terminology related to quantum mechanics [C] F2.2 solve problems related to the photoelectric effect, the Compton effect, and de Broglie’s matter waves [PR, AI] F3. Understanding Basic Concepts F3.1 describe the experimental evidence that supports a particle model of light F3.2 describe the experimental evidence that supports a wave model of matter |