MATH 581: Introduction to Quantum Field Theory
- Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor
- Lecture Notes
- Textbook: P. Ramond, Field Theory: A modern Primer, Westview Press, 1997.
- Supplementary material: L. H. Ryder, Quantum Field Theory, Cambridge University Press, 2003, A. Zee, Quantum Field Theory in a Nutshell, Princeton University Press, 2003.
- Textbooks
- Goals and Objectives of the Course: Quantum Field Theory is nothing else but relativistic quantum theory. It describes the interactions of elementary particles as well as various phenomena in condensed matter physics. This course provides an introduction to the subject, including classical relativistic fields, Lagrangian methods, quantization, Feynman path integrals, Feynman diagrams, renormalization, Yang-Mills theory and others.
- Class Procedures: The majority of each class period will be lecture oriented. You are expected to attend the lectures and participate in the discussion.
- Course Requirements: The grade will depend on class participation.
- Attendance Requirements: Regular attendance is expected.
- Changes: The course plan may be modified during the semester.