Course - Particle Physics - FY8913
FY8913 - Particle Physics
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 67/100 | 4 hours | E | |
| Home examination | 33/100 | 7 days |
Course content
The course gives an introduction to central facts and notions of particle physics, symmetries, invariances, and conservation laws. Quantum electrodynamics and weak interactions are treated in detail in addition to electroweak unification. The course gives a rudimentary introduction to the quark model, QCD, neutrino oscillations, and gauge theories as well as the Higgs mechanism. A short introduction to group theory is given with applications to particle physics, in particular the SU(2) groups for spin and isospin.
Learning outcome
Upon completion of this course, the student shall:- Be able to account for central concepts within particle physics, such as symmetries, invariants, and conservation laws. In addition, the student shall be able to use these concepts in practical calculations.- Be able to account for the main content of quantum electrodynamics and weak interactions, in particular with regard to scattering processes for particles.- Master how Feyman-diagrams and rules are employed in practical calculations. - Be able to account for fundamental group theory, in particular the properties of the SU(2) group.- Be able to describe the Higgs mechanism and the purpose and characteristic properties of gauge theories.General competence: The candidate should be able to apply abstract mathematical models to concrete physical problems.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and mandatory problem sessions. When lectures and lecture material are in English, the exam may be given in English only.
Further on evaluation
Written exam (67%) and midterm home exam (33%). The re-sit examination (in August) may be changed from written to oral. When lectures and lecture material are in English, the exam is given in English.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Biophysics (PHBIFY)
Physics (PHFY)
Recommended previous knowledge
FY2045 Quantum Mechanics I or similar (TFY4345 Classical Mechanics is also advantageous to have taken).
Course materials
Mark Thomson: Modern Particle Physics, 1st Ed.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY3403 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2017 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Theoretical Physics
- Physics
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 67/100 E 2023-12-12 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn ORD Home examination 33/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring UTS School exam 67/100 E INSPERA
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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"