Physics 7640: Syllabus

Last modified: January 12, 2009

Course Objectives:

This is an introductory course in quantum field theory intended for condensed matter and high energy physicists. A strong background in quantum mechanics and electrodynamics is recommended. There is no assigned text. Lecture notes will be provided.
Required texts:
- None
Marriott reserve:
- M. Peskin and D. Schroeder, Quantum Field Theory (Westview, 1995)
- A. Fetter and D. Walecka Quantum Theory of Many Particle Systems (McGraw-Hill, New York, 1971)
- A. Zee Quantum Field Theory in a Nutshell (Princeton University Press, Princeton, 2003)
Reserve status
Prerequisites
- PHYS 5450 and PHYS 7110 or instructor's consent.
Lectures
- JFB 210 MW(F) 3:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Web feed
- With prior arrangement lectures are available live on the web at the URL http://ivc.physics.utah.edu/stream.sdp. You need Real Player or Quick Time.
Help
- Mail Form
- Teaching Assistant: Spencer Sterling Office hours TBA
Homework Assignments
TBA
On-Line Information
Course information and handouts, where possible, are made available through the web at the URL http://www.physics.utah.edu/~detar/phys7640/
Honor System and Collaboration Policy
Collaboration on tests is not permitted. Collaboration on homework assignments is encouraged, provided the collaboration involves roughly the same amount of give and take. However, students may submit only their own work for grading and this work must be written solo, without copying from any other sources. Students are on their honor to adhere to this policy.
ADA Compliance
The University of Utah Physics Department seeks to provide equal access to its programs, services and activities for people with disabilities. If you will need accommodations in this class, reasonable prior notice needs to be given to the instructor and to the Center for Disability Services, http://disability.utah.edu/ 162 Olpin Union Bldg, 581-5020 (V/TDD) to make arrangements for accommodations.

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