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PHYS 703Introduction to Quantum Field Theory

Units
0.50
Level
Graduate
Faculty
Science
Subject
Physics
Cross-listed
AMATH 873

PHYS 703 as listed in the Spring 2026 Graduate Calendar. The main page has the current version, when it runs, and seats.

Review of relativistic quantum mechanics and classical field theory. Quantization of free quantum fields (the particle interpretation of field quanta). Canonical quantization of interacting fields (Feynman rules). Application of the formalism of interacting quantum fields to lowest-order quantum electrodynamic processes. Radiative corrections and renormalization.

Prerequisites

  • Must have completed the following:
    • PHYS701 - Quantum Mechanics 1 (0.50)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

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