Quantum Mechanics

In an alternative to the postulary approach then being used in many introductory quantum mechanics courses, Beard discusses the mathematical treatment and particular properties of ordinary wave motion that also apply to particle motion. He stresses the close relation of quantum theory to physical optics, and uses Feynman's derivation of quantum mechanics to show that the wave theory for particles is as inevitable and necessary as Huygens' wave theory for light. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
Introductory treatment appeals to readers' intuitive grasp of wave theory of light, relating quantum mechanics to physical optics. Topics explore the quantum mechanical analog of classical quantities and examine physical meanings and applications. 1963 edition.
This text appeals to readers' intuitive grasp of the wave theory of light, explaining how quantum mechanics arises from the diffraction and interference experiments in the same manner of physical optics. Coherent examples explore the quantum mechanical analog of classical quantities, and the entire work examines the physical meanings of the theory and its applications.Providing a semester's worth of introductory material, this treatment explores quantum mechanics in a balanced, integrated manner. Subjects explored in the introductory chapters were chosen for their mathematical simplicity. Physical applications stressed in later chapters will prepare students for topics they are likely to encounter early in further studies of atomic and nuclear physics.