2021/22 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
PHYS3543 Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics
15 creditsClass Size: 115
Module manager: Dr Robert Purdy
Email: R.Purdy@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2021/22
Pre-requisite qualifications
Level 2 Physics or equivalent, PHYS3382 is recommendedThis module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
This module provides an in-depth introduction to theoretical particle physics. It is a basis for further study in particle physics, astrophysics, detector physics and other areas of science and technology, which require elementary knowledge of particle physics concepts.Learning outcomes
Students should be able to: discuss the standard model of particle physics; derive and solve relativistic wave equations; predict particle properties using relativistic kinematics; discuss symmetries, conservation laws and violation of C, P and CP symmetries; discuss some aspects of particle physics beyond the standard model.
Syllabus
Classification of particles; tensor/index notation; relativistic wave equations; relativistic kinematics; gauge invariance and the gauge principle; the Standard Model of Particle Physics; symmetries and conservation laws, and broken symmetries; a brief introduction to particle physics beyond the Standard Model if time permits.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 33 | 1.00 | 33.00 |
Private study hours | 117.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 33.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
- revise lectures;- read around material in recommended books;
- practice problem solving.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Regular short exercises to test understanding of most recent concepts from lectures.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Assignment | Courseworks | 20.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 20.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Online Time-Limited assessment | 2 hr 00 mins | 80.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 80.00 |
Students will have to complete an online assessment at the end of the module. This will take place during the examinations period at the end of the semester and will be time bound. Students must submit a reasonable attempt at all assessments for this module to pass this module.
Reading list
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