- #1
Mrinmoy Naskar
- 12
- 0
Any good book for starting wkb approximation except Griffth... Please suggest some...
Last edited by a moderator:
Graduate WKB Approximation: Suggestions for Starting Points
- Thread starter Mrinmoy Naskar
- Start date
Click For Summary
SUMMARY
The forum discussion centers on recommendations for books on WKB (Wentzel-Kramers-Brillouin) approximation, specifically seeking alternatives to the book by Griffiths. Participants suggest that while Liboff provides a detailed introduction, it lacks advanced content, whereas Shankar offers a more sophisticated treatment of the subject. The consensus indicates a need for resources that bridge the gap between introductory and advanced levels in WKB approximation.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of quantum mechanics fundamentals
- Familiarity with mathematical methods in physics
- Basic knowledge of perturbation theory
- Experience with differential equations
- Research advanced quantum mechanics textbooks that cover WKB approximation in depth
- Explore mathematical methods in physics literature for practical applications of WKB
- Investigate online courses or lectures focusing on perturbation theory
- Review scholarly articles discussing recent advancements in WKB approximation techniques
Students and researchers in physics, particularly those focusing on quantum mechanics and mathematical methods, will benefit from this discussion as they seek to deepen their understanding of WKB approximation.
Similar threads
Undergrad
Error of the WKB approximation
- · Replies 5 ·
- · Replies 3 ·
- · Replies 8 ·
- · Replies 12 ·
- · Replies 3 ·
- · Replies 5 ·
- · Replies 1 ·