Books on Quantum Technology/ Applied QM

[lizzie96]

Could anyone recommend an up-to-date and not too advanced book or online notes on applied quantum mechanics or quantum technology? Most of my books are quite old and I need to have a basic understanding of the subject for a work experience project in six weeks time.

Thank you!

 

[Adjoint]

I think it will be hard to find an applied Quantum Mechanics book at low level. However, for a "basic understanding" for someone with a minimum background check out "Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers" by Miller
(Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521897831/?tag=pfamazon01-20).
This is a real QM book but very accessible (for a book at this level).

 

[lizzie96]

Thank you for the recommendation. Does this book include topics like quantum dots, nanotechnology, and quantum optics? (I couldn't tell from the contents page)

 

[Adjoint]

Well, as I said, Miller's book is actually an introduction to quantum mechanics. Form the topics you mentioned, I think you should have a look at "Applied Quantum Mechanics" by Levi.
(Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521860962/?tag=pfamazon01-20)
I have no experience with this book but (but my engineering friends highly recommend this), it seems like it will be useful if you already have a basic knowledge in introductory quantum mechanics (ie it demands higher background then Miller's).
By the way, both of these books are mainstream textbooks. There might be other non-textbooks which may suit your cause better.