 | Study programme 2018-2019 | Français | |
 | Theoretical Physics of Elementary Particles | ||
Programme component of Master's Degree in Mathematics Research Focus à la Faculty of Science |
| Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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| US-M2-MATHFA-019-M | Optional UE | BRIHAYE Yves | S814 - Physique théorique et mathématique |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6.00 | 2nd term |
| AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-PHYS-038 | Theoretical Physics of Elementary Particles | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 100.00% |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
- Have integrated and elaborate mathematical knowledge.
- Mobilise the Bachelor's course in mathematics to address complex issues and have profound mathematical expertise to complement the knowledge developed in the Bachelor's course.
- Use prior knowledge to independently learn high-level mathematics.
Learning Outcomes of UE
Introduce the path integral formulation of quantum mechanics and quantum field theory. Introduce the renormalisation, up to one loop, in quantum electrodynamics.
Content of UE
Path integral formulation of quantum mechanics. Definition, gaussian approximation, tunnel effect and instanton technique. Feynmann diagrams in electrodynamics. Classification of the divergent diagrams involving one loop. Regularisation and renormalisation.
Prior Experience
RELAtivistic quantum mechanics
Type of Assessment for UE in Q2
- Presentation and/or works
Q2 UE Assessment Comments
Not applicable
Type of Assessment for UE in Q3
- Presentation and/or works
Q3 UE Assessment Comments
Not applicable
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
| AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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| S-PHYS-038 |
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Mode of delivery
| AA | Mode of delivery |
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| S-PHYS-038 |
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Required Reading
| AA | |
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| S-PHYS-038 |
Required Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
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| S-PHYS-038 | Not applicable |
Recommended Reading
| AA | |
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| S-PHYS-038 |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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| S-PHYS-038 | W. Greiner : Quantum Electrodynamics |
Other Recommended Reading
| AA | Other Recommended Reading |
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| S-PHYS-038 | Not applicable |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
| AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
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| S-PHYS-038 | Authorized |