Quantum Physics for Math Majors: What to Expect?

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I'm a math major (pure math) but I'm very interested in taking a course in Quantum Physics.

What should I expect as far as the math for such a course?
 

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If it's an introductory course, you'll be using a LOT of linear algebra (eigenstuff and Hilbert space) and multi-variable calculus, you'll use some things from Diff. EQ. but quantum mechanics relies heavily on linear algebra.
 
ok I should be set then. Thanks!
 

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