NFYA04036U Elementary Particle Physics

Volume 2018/2019
Education

MSc Programme in Physics

MSc Programme in Physics w. minor subject

Content

The purpose of this course is to give the student an understanding of relativistic quantum field theory. A general introduction to Quantum Field Theory will be given, with an aim towards applications: Feynman diagrams, cross sections, decay rates, etc.

Learning Outcome

Skills
At the end of the course the student is expected to be able to

  • use the tools of quantum field theory to solve fundamental problems in theoretical particle physics.
  • use the required mathematical language in presenting the solutions to these problems.

Knowledge
The understanding of relativistic Quantum Field Theory and its application in describing relativistic scattering and decay processes in the Standard Model of fundamental interactions.

Competences
This course, together with 'Quantum Field Theory I', prepares the students with the background for research in this field, for instance in terms of an M.Sc. project.

Literature

See Absalon for final course material. The following is an example of expected course litterature.

 

Mark Srednicki: "Quantum Field Theory" (Cambridge Univ. Press).

It is expected that the student knows the physics course curriculum corresponding to a bachelor degree in physics.
An elementary knowledge of relativistic notation is assumed, and it is therefore a good idea to have followed a course in General Relativity and Cosmology.
Lectures
  • Category
  • Hours
  • Exam
  • 8
  • Exercises
  • 14
  • Lectures
  • 28
  • Preparation
  • 156
  • Total
  • 206
Credit
7,5 ECTS
Type of assessment
Continuous assessment
Written assignment, 8 hours
The final grade will be based on two components:
(i) 6 homework assignments (25%) and
(ii) 8 hours take home exam (75%).

Each part of the exam is assessed individually and the final grade is given on this basis.
Marking scale
7-point grading scale
Censorship form
No external censorship
More internal examiners
Re-exam

Reexamination: 8 hours take home assignment counts for 75% of the final grade. Points from the homework assignments handed in during the course (if any) count for the remaining 25% of the grade.

Criteria for exam assesment

See learning outcome