Particle Physics 2

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

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

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

- Be able to understand research conducted at 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

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

0 – Introduction

I – Dirac equation

II – Quantum Electrodynamics

III – Low Interaction

IV – Electroweak Interaction

V – Gauge Theories

VI – Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking

VII – Standard Model of Particle Physics

VII – Beyond the Standard Model