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Duration: 4Ìýhours

In this module we will introduce the course on the theory of angular momentum and then introduce the quantum mechanical definition of orbital Ìýmomentum. We will then use the spherical harmonics to express the orbital angular momentum eigenstates and use them to describe the hydrogen atom states.

Duration: 3.5 hours

In this module, we introduce the general definition of angular momentum operator based on rotation operator. This general definition allows both orbital and spin angular momentum. We then derive the most fundamental property of angular momentum - commutation relations among their Cartesian components. Finally, we discuss the properties of spin-1/2 system.

Duration: 5.5Ìýhours

This module covers the general theory of angular momentum. We start with the commutation relation of angular momentum and define angular momentum eigenstates. We then construct matrix representation of rotation operators using the angular momentum eigenstates as the basis set. Finally, we discuss how to quantum mechanically add angular momenta.

Duration: 3.5Ìýhours

Final exam for the course.