Course

Quantum Field Theory (FYS610)

Facts

Course code FYS610

Credits (ECTS) 10

Semester tution start Spring

Language of instruction English

Number of semesters 1

Exam semester Spring

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Introduction

The course gives an introduction to quantum field theory.

Content

Path-integral formulation of quantum mechanics, quantum fields and particles, Lorentz symmetry, free boson and fermion fields, perturbation theory and Feynman diagrams, scattering amplitudes, gauge invariance, basic aspects of renormalization, spontaneous symmetry breaking and the Higgs mechanism, selected applications.

Learning outcome

After completing the course, the student should:

K: Understand the basic concepts of quantum field theory such as free boson and fermion fields, Feynman diagrams and scattering amplitudes, spontaneous symmetry breaking.

F1: Be able to determine the classical spectrum of simple field theories.

F2: Be able to compute scattering amplitudes for simple scattering processes.

G: Have a rudimentary insight in the role quantum field theory plays in our understanding of nature.

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Recommended prerequisites

Quantum Mechanics (FYS320), Micro Physics (FYS330), Analytical Mechanics and Field Theory (FYS500), Mathematical Methods 1 (MAT100), Real Analysis (MAT210), Vector Analysis (MAT300), Mathematical Modelling (MAT500)

Exam

Written exam

Weight 1/1

Duration 4 Hours

Marks Letter grades

Aid Specified printed and hand-written means are allowed

Written exam with pen and paper.

Method of work

6 hours of lectures and exercises per week.

Open for

Admission to Single Courses at Master Level at the Faculty of Science and Technology
Mathematics and Physics - Master Mathematics and Physics - Master

Admission requirements

Must meet the admission requirements of one of the study programmes the course is open for.

Course assessment

The faculty decides whether early dialogue will be held in all courses or in selected groups of courses. The aim is to collect student feedback for improvements during the semester. In addition, a digital course evaluation must be conducted at least every three years to gather students’ experiences.

Contact

Head of Department:
Bjørn Henrik Auestad
Course coordinator:
Tomas Brauner

Offered by

Faculty of Science and Technology

Department of Mathematics and Physics

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