Course - Quantum Field Theory I - FY3464
FY3464 - Quantum Field Theory I
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 hours | C |
Course content
Relativistic wave equations: Klein-Gordon, Dirac, Maxwell and Proca equations. Second quantization, path integrals. Propagators. Elementary quantum electrodynamics. Feynman diagrams and Feynman rules. Calculation of scattering processes.
Learning outcome
The student is expected to obtain knowledge about the fundamental principles and formalisms of quantum field theories, and the use of Feynman diagrams for quantitative analysis of such.
In particular, students are expected to obtain knowledge about path integrals, wave equations for scalar and general tensor fields,
Feynman rules for scalar theories, loop diagrams, symmetries and the Noether theorem, the Dirac equation, Weyl and Majorana spinors, scattering processes, gauge theories, and renormalization and running couplings.
General competence: The candidate should be able to apply abstract mathematical models to concrete physical problems
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and problem sessions.
Expected work load in the course is 225 hours.
Further on evaluation
When lectures and lecture material are in English, the exam may be given in English only. The re-sit examination (in August) may be changed from written to oral.
Recommended previous knowledge
TFY4205 Quantum mechanics II and FY3403 Particle physics, or similar knowledge.
Course materials
D. Bailin and A. Love, Introduction to Gauge Field Theory, Adam Hilger, Bristol
A. Zee, Quantum Field Theory in a Nutshell, Princeton University Press.
M. Kachelriess: Lecture notes for FY3464 and FY3466.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNFFY464 | 7.5 | ||
| FY8914 | 7.5 | 01.09.2017 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
No.of lecture hours: 3
Lab hours: 1
No.of specialization hours: 8
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Theoretical Physics
- Physics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Physics
Phone:
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
- Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 C
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"