NFYK13004U Quantum Field Theory 1
MSc Programme in Physics
This course is an introduction to Quantum Field Theory. Emphasis
is on the part of quantum field theory which is not just
relativitic quantum mechanics.
The path integral formulation of quantum mechanics is introduced
and generalized to field theory. Perturbation theory of quantum
field theory is developed, including the notation of Feynman rules
and Feynman diagrams. The renormalization group is introduced.
Quantum electro-dynamics (QED), the theory of electrons and
photons, and quantum chromo-dynamics, the theory of quarks and
gluons, are studied as examples of quantum gauge
theories.
Knowledge
The goal of the course is to introduce you to quantum field theory, such that you are able to explain in a clear and transparent way the foundations of quantum field theory as well as how to use the theory to perform calculations.
Skills
At the end of the course, you are expected to be able to:
- Derive Feynman rules for specific theories from a Lagrangian via the path integral formalism
- Draw and evaluate Feynman diagrams for specific theories
- Apply the framework of regularization and renormalization to specific examples
- Evaluate simple Feynman integrals
- Apply symmetry considerations within the context of quantum field theory
- Use the above to calculate simple observables beyond the
leading order of perturbation theory
Competences
At the end of the course, you are expected to be able to – within the context of Quantum Field Theory – provide and use meaningful feedback, discuss central theories and concepts with peers, and perform mathematically correct calculations. You should be able to do this alone and with others, using your own curiosity, knowledge, skills and strategies; e.g. in an M.Sc. project.
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Basic knowledge of group theory and previous knowledge of particle physics is beneficial.
Academic qualifications equivalent to a BSc degree is recommended.
- Category
- Hours
- Lectures
- 35
- Preparation
- 142,5
- Theory exercises
- 28
- Exam
- 0,5
- Total
- 206,0
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- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Oral examination, 25 min
- Type of assessment details
- Without preparation time
- Exam registration requirements
two hand-ins must be approved in order to take the exam.
- Aid
- Without aids
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- No external censorship
More internal examiners
- Re-exam
same as regular exam. If a students does not fulfill the exam prerequisite, new hand-ins can be submitted until three weeks before the re-exam.
Criteria for exam assesment
See learning outcome.
Course information
- Language
- English
- Course code
- NFYK13004U
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Level
- Full Degree Master
- Duration
- 1 block
- Placement
- Block 3
- Schedule
- A
- Course capacity
- No limitation – unless you register in the late-registration period (BSc and MSc) or as a credit or single subject student.
Study board
- Study Board of Physics, Chemistry and Nanoscience
Contracting department
- The Niels Bohr Institute
Contracting faculty
- Faculty of Science
Course Coordinators
- Niels Anne Jacob Obers (5-786b6e7b7c49776b7237747e376d74)