Physics 145 | Last taught Fall 2022
This course introduces the theoretical and experimental foundations of elementary particle physics. It involves using computational tools to analyze and interpret available experimental particle physics data. Students will use the data to compute particle scattering cross-sections and decay rates and compare the results with analytic calculations. The course requires background in introductory quantum mechanics at the level of Physics 143a and introductory electromagnetism at the level of Physics 15b. No prior experience with computational tools or programing languages is required.