Where Can I Find a Summer Quantum Mechanics Course?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding summer quantum mechanics courses, particularly for students who need to retake the course for graduation. Participants explore various options, including traditional college courses, independent study, and online resources.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a need for summer quantum mechanics courses due to a failing grade and seeks recommendations.
  • Another participant notes the difficulty of finding advanced physics courses during the summer, suggesting that only introductory classes are typically offered.
  • A participant mentions a potential course at Howard University but questions its transferability and considers independent study as an alternative.
  • Suggestions for independent study include convincing a professor to guide the learning process, though this may not be feasible for everyone.
  • Online courses are proposed as an option, with one participant asking for specific recommendations for advanced physics courses available online.
  • Links to online lectures and resources on modern physics are shared, although their relevance to formal course credit is unclear.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that finding summer quantum mechanics courses is challenging, and multiple suggestions for alternatives are presented. However, there is no consensus on specific courses or programs available.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty regarding the transferability of courses and the feasibility of independent study arrangements. The discussion lacks definitive information on available online courses for advanced physics.

Who May Find This Useful

Students seeking summer courses in quantum mechanics or alternative learning options in advanced physics may find this discussion relevant.

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Hello, I was hoping someone can help with some information. I was in my last year, and I needed to pass quantum mechanics to graduate. Unfortunately, I got a failing grade and will have to wait till next spring to retake it. I was wondering if anyone knows a college that offers a quantum mechanics course over the summer? Thanks.
 
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Nope, I don't know any schools that offer advanced physics courses over the summer. That's hard enough during the year, much less having to shove it all into 6 weeks. My (large state) university only offers introductory physics classes over the summer, nothing advanced, and I don't know any schools that do. How about an independent study?
 
eri said:
Nope, I don't know any schools that offer advanced physics courses over the summer. That's hard enough during the year, much less having to shove it all into 6 weeks. My (large state) university only offers introductory physics classes over the summer, nothing advanced, and I don't know any schools that do. How about an independent study?

I kinda found a Quantum course at Howard University over the summer, but I don't know if that will transfer. I am really just looking for other options right now and independent study might be one of them. I was wondering how that might work?
 
You'd have to convince a professor to take you on over the summer or semester to basically teach you or guide you in learning the material. And you'd have to convince the school to accept it instead of QM. Also, it's unlikely the professor would get paid to do that, so you'd have to find one that really likes you.
 
Or you can just take some online course based on what you need.
 
IceMan815 said:
Or you can just take some online course based on what you need.

Do you know any online courses because I couldn't find any. Is there such thing as an online college that offers advanced physics course? If there is, that would help out a lot.
 

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