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Physics
5500 and 6930: Quantum Field Theory I
Spring 2016
Instructor: James
T. Wheeler
Coordinates: jim.wheeler@usu.edu
SER 228
797-3349
Office hours: Anytime
by email
MWF by appointment
Required Text: Quantum
Field Theory, James T. Wheeler
Recommended: Quantum Field Theory, by Lewis H. Ryder
Quantum Field Theory, Claude Itzykson and Jean-Bernard Zuber
Goals
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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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Understand the use of Feynman path integrals
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Solve scattering problems in quantum electrodynamics (QED)
Grading will be based on
problems and exams
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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 available with advance
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