PHYS 240

Fundamentals of Modern Quantum Theory

Physics

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring

Avg GPA

2.38

Easiness

1.20

Total regs

170

Grade Distribution

Based on all available term-level grade data for this course

Avg GPA

2.38

25.9%

24.7%

7.6%

4.1%

11.8%

Visual total

170

Other

Total regs

170

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Avg GPA

2.38

Easiness

1.20

Pass rate

84.1%

Using A, B, C, D as passing

Withdrawal rate

11.8%

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Students counted

170

A through F plus W

PHYS 240 by Professor

Ranked highest to lowest GPA — using A, B, C, D, and F outcomes only

DeJonghe, Richard Jerome

2.55

RMP

3.8

Graded

Total regs

106

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About This Class

Modern introduction to the quantum theory including discrete systems (qubits, etc.), quantum measurement theory, entanglement, Bell’s Theorem, the Uncertainty Principle, one-dimensional potential models, and the Schrodinger-von Neumann equation. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MATH 181 ; and Grade of C or better in PHYS 142 ; or Grade of B or better in PHYS 107 or Grade of B or better in PHYS 132 . Physics majors (BA and BS) are required to register concurrently for PHYS 241 .