Particle Physics (F3214)
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Particle Physics
Module F3214
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This module is a first introduction to basic concepts in Elementary Particle Physics. It presents an introductory discussion of leptons and quarks and their interactions in the Standard Model. Particular emphasis will be given to experimental methodologies and experimental results.
Module learning outcomes
Understand, discuss and apply the basic concepts on which the Standard Model of particle physics is built
Draw lowest-order Feyman diagrams for Standard Model processes and use them to estimate observables such as cross sections and decay rates in elementary particle processes
Understand and discuss acceleration of charged particles and the detection of particle radiation in a typical experimental particle physics apparatus
Describe, discuss and draw conclusions from the main experimental data on which the Standard Model of particle physics is constructed
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 5 | 50.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 10 | 50.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Fabrizio Salvatore
Assess convenor, Convenor
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Prof Kathy Romer
Convenor
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