Atomic Physics

Structure & Spectra

1. Hydrogen Fine Structurespin-orbit coupling, relativistic corrections, Lamb shift intro6.5–12 h
2. Multi-Electron Atomscentral field approximation, electron configurations, periodic table6.5–12 h
3. Angular Momentum CouplingLS coupling, jj coupling, term symbols, Hund's rules6.5–12 h
4. Hyperfine Structurenuclear spin coupling, magnetic hyperfine splitting6.5–12 h

Interactions & Applications

1. Zeeman & Stark Effectsmagnetic and electric field splitting, Paschen-Back regime6.5–12 h
2. X-Ray Spectra & Transitionscharacteristic x-rays, Auger effect, absorption6.5–12 h
3. Lasers & Coherent Lightstimulated emission, population inversion, laser schemes, applications6.5–12 h
4. Precision Spectroscopy & Clocksatomic clocks, frequency combs, quantum sensing intro6.5–12 h