Sometimes quantum phenomena are best understood starting from a classical perspective.  Largely working within a path integral framework, we will develop the tools for forming a semiclassical understanding of the quantum world.  Along the way we will encounter important physical concepts, such as geometric phases, which are standard parts of the condensed matter lexicon. I promise you a fun ride, and maybe even some crazy mathematics.

No class on March 11

Lecture Notes:

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