But Why Wavefunctions? A Practical Approach to Quantum Mechanics

This course aims to explain why wavefunctions are necessary to describe quantum mechanical particles, using the double-slit experiment as a key example. By exploring classical particles, classical waves, and the concept of wave-particle duality, learners will understand the behavior of quantum particles and the evolution of their wavefunctions over time. The course teaches the simple math involved in quantum mechanics and how it leads to the idea of the wavefunction. The teaching method involves a practical approach with visual aids such as interference patterns, and the intended audience includes physics enthusiasts at all levels seeking to deepen their understanding of quantum mechanics.