PHIL5606
PHIL 5606 - Philosophy of Quantum Mechanics (3 Cr.)
Philosophy Department (10982)
TCLA - College of Liberal Arts
PHIL 5606 - Philosophy of Quantum Mechanics (3 Cr.)
Course description
Problems of interpretation in ordinary (nonrelativistic) quantum mechanics. Two-slit experiment, Schrodinger cat paradox (measurement problem), Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox. Leading approaches to interpretation (Copenhagen, hidden variables, universal wave function) and their connections with philosophical issues.
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Lecture
Requirements
001186