Particle physics 2

This course offers a complete description of the Standard Model of Particle Physics. We'll start by studying the Dirac equation, a quantum description of the dynamics of a ½ spin particle. Then we'll see how to describe electromagnetic interactions with the theory of quantum electrodynamics. Then we'll tackle weak interactions and their unified description with the electromagnetic interaction through electroweak theory. Finally, we'll study the gauge theories and their spontaneous break-up to expose the complete theory of the Standard Model of Particle Physics. Finally, we give a brief overview of theories beyond the Standard Model.

- Acquire in-depth knowledge of the Standard Model of Particle Physics.

- Calculate effective cross-sections and decay widths of elementary processes.

- Understand research carried out at particle gas pedals such as the LHC (CERN).

- Advanced Quantum Mechanics

- Electromagnetism, Classical Field Theory

- Special Relativity, Relativistic Kinematics

- Hamiltonian and Lagrangian Mechanics

- Mathematical Physics, Group Theory

Recommended prerequisites:

- Introduction to Particle Physics

- Quantum Field Theory

Terminal exam, written test (3h) without documents.

0 - Introduction

I - Dirac equation

II - Quantum electrodynamics

III - Weak Interaction

IV - Electroweak interaction

V - Gauge theories

VI - Spontaneous symmetry breakage

VII - The Standard Model of Particle Physics

VII - Beyond the Standard Model