Learning objectives
Students should acquire a working knowledge of physical applications of the theory of groups, both finite and continuos, with an eye to applications to<br />
the classification of spectral levels and particle multiplets.
Prerequisites
Standard introductory courses in Quantum Mechanics and <br />
Mathematical Methods for physics
Course unit content
The theory of finite groups and theie representations. Character tables,<br />
Fourier analysis on groups. Molecular vibrations.<br />
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Continuos groups. Lie algebrae. Orthogonal anf Unitary groups. Unitary representations and applications to quantum mechanics.
Full programme
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Bibliography
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M. Hamermesh, "Group Theory"<br />
S. Sternberg, "Group Theory and Physics"<br />
Teaching methods
Oral examination
Assessment methods and criteria
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Other information
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