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PHY491H1S/1491HS
Current Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics

Official description

Different interpretations of quantum mechanics are presented and discussed, comparing and contrasting the various approaches to understanding the formalism of the theory.  We begin with “textbook quantum mechanics” and then discuss the Copenhagen view, operationalist quantum mechanics, hidden variable theories, Bohm-de Broglie theory, consistent histories, relational quantum mechanics, relative state approaches (many minds and many worlds), QBism, the interactional interpretation, and collapse theories.

Prerequisite
PHY456H1
Co-requisite
n.a.
Exclusion
n.a.
Recommended preparation
n.a.
Textbook
                            n/a some notes will be distributed.
                        
Breadth requirement
BR=5
Distribution requirement
DR=SCI
course title
PHY491H1S/1491HS
session
winter
year of study
4th year
time and location
24L: LEC0101: MW3, Room: MP134 24T: TUT0101: MW4, Room: MP134
instructor
Deyirmenjian, Vatche
Vatche Deyirmenjian

Delivery Methods

In Person

A course is considered In Person if it requires attendance at a specific location and time for some or all course activities.*.

* Subject to adjustments imposed by public health requirements for physical distancing.

Online - Synchronous
A course is considered Online Synchronous if online attendance is expected at a specific time for some or all course activities, and attendance at a specific location is not expected for any activities or exams.
Asynchronous
A course is considered Asynchronous if it has no requirement for attendance at a specific time or location for any activities or exams.