PHYS56600 (PHYS566) Spring 2013
Introduction to Quantum Chromodynamics (was 590C)
Offering:
Typically offered Fall Spring. 3.000 Credit Hours
Prerequisites:
(PHYS 330 or 430) and (PHYS 360 or 460 or 550)
Description:
An introduction to the fundamental theory of strong interactions, Quantum Chromo-Dynamics (QCD), which describes the interactions of quarks and gluons. The main focus is on a reasonably self-contained approach. All the necessary ingredients will be introduced within the course. Knowledge of graduate-level E&M;and Quantum Mechanics is helpful but not essential.
Textbook(s) for Spring 2013
| Course | Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS566 | Quarks and Leptons | Halzen & Martin | Latest (February 1, 2001) | 0-471-88741-2 | Wiley & Sons |
| PHYS566 | RECOMMENDED: An Introduction to Quantum Field Theory | Michael E. Peskin & Daniel V. Schroeder | October 2, 1995 | 0201503972 | Westview Press |