PHYS 240

Fund of Modern Quantum Theory

Physics

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring

Avg GPA

2.41

Easiness

1.20

Total regs

244

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA

2.41

23.9%

28.4%

26.3%

8.2%

3.3%

9.9%

A–F + W

243

Other outcomes

All registrations

244

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Avg GPA

2.41

Easiness

1.20

C or better

87.2%

Among A–F outcomes

D or better

96.3%

Among A–F outcomes

Withdrawal rate

9.9%

Among A–F and W outcomes

Most common grade

Letter grades only

Outcomes counted

243

A–F and W outcomes

PHYS 240 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

DeJonghe, Richard Jerome

2.59

RMP

3.8

46 reviews

Graded

160

Total regs

180

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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 .