Quantum Field Theory Demystified: A Self-Teaching Guide

Publisher’s Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. theory relatively easily Trying to comprehend quantum field theory but don’t have infinite time or the IQ of Einstein? No problem! This easy-to-follow guide helps you understand this complex subject matter without spending a lot of energy. Quantum Field Theory Demystifiedparticle physics and special relativity. You’ll learn about Lagrangian field theory, group theory, and electroweak theory. The book also explains continuous and discrete symmetries, spontaneous symmetry breaking, and supersymmetry. With thorough coverage of the mathematics of quantum field theory and featuring end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam to test your knowledge, this book will teach you the fundamentals of this theoretical framework in no time at all. This fast and easy guide offers: Numerous figures to illustrate key concepts Sample equations with worked solutions Coverage of quantum numbers Details on the Dirac, the Feynman rules, and the Higgs mechanism A time-saving approach to performing better on an exam or at work Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Quantum Field Theory Demystified is your shortcut to understanding this fascinating area of physics. David McMahon is a Microsoft Certified Visual Basic developer. He writes object-oriented software and hardware drivers for Windows NT and 95/98 using Visual Basic and Visual C++. He is also a Microsoft Certification instructor for Visual Basic and Microsoft Access. Chapter 1: Particle Physics Special Relativity Chapter 2: Lagrangian Field Theory Chapter 3: An Introduction to Group Theory Chapter 4: Discrete Symmetrics and Quantum Numbers Chapter 5: The Dirac Equation Chapter 6: Scalar Fields Chapter 7 : The Feynman Rules Chapter 8: Quantum Electrodynamics Chapter 9: Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking and the Higgs Mechanism Chapter 10: Electroweak Theory Chapter 11: Path Integrals Chapter 12: Supersymmetry Final Exam Solutions to Quizzes and Final Exam References Index