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Physics 6930 and 6940: Quantum Field Theory I & II
Fall 2009 and
Spring 2010
Instructor: James
T. Wheeler
Coordinates: jim.wheeler@usu.edu
SER 228
797-3349
Office hours: Anytime
by email
MWF by appointment
Required Text: A
Modern Introduction to Quantum Field Theory, by Michele Maggiore
Oxford
University Press (2005)
ISBN 0 19 852074 3 Paperback
(Oxford U. Press) Paperback
(Amazon)
ISBN 0 19 852073 5 Hardback
(Oxford U. Press) Hardback
(Amazon)
Recommended
Text: Quantum
Field Theory, by James T. Wheeler
Goals
QFT I
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Understand basic elements of classical and quantum field
theory
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Understand the role of symmetry in determining the basic
types of field
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Solve scattering problems in quantum electrodynamics (QED)
QFT II
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Perturbation techniques in field theory; functional
integration methods
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Interactions in QED
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Quantization of non-Abelian gauge
theories; unification
Grading will be
by individual contract
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Students with ADA-documented physical, sensory,
emotional or medical impairments may be eligible for reasonable accommodations.
Veterans may also be eligible for services. All accommodations are
coordinated through the Disability Resource Center (DRC) in Room 101 of the
University Inn, (435)797-2444 voice, (435)797-0740 TTY, (435)797-2444 VP, or
toll free at 1-800-259-2966. Please contact the DRC as early in the semester
as possible. Alternate format materials (Braille, large print or digital) are
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