Particle Physics 2

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Standard Model of particle physics. We will begin by studying the Dirac equation, the quantum description of the dynamics of a spin-½ particle. Next, we will examine how to describe electromagnetic interactions using quantum electrodynamics. Next, we will address weak interactions and their unified description with the electromagnetic interaction through the electroweak theory. Finally, we will study gauge theories and their spontaneous symmetry breaking in order to present the complete theory of the Standard Model of particle physics. To conclude, we will provide a brief overview of theories beyond the Standard Model.

- Gain an in-depth understanding of the Standard Model of particle physics.

- Know how to calculate cross sections and decay widths for elementary processes.

- Be able to understand the research conducted using particle accelerators 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

Final Exam, written test (3 hours) without reference materials.

0 – Introduction

I – Dirac Equation

II – Quantum Electrodynamics

III – Low Interaction

IV – Electroweak Interaction

V – Gauge Theories

VI – Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking

VII – The Standard Model of Particle Physics

VII – Beyond the Standard Model