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This book will develop a conceptual background to understand the basis of quantum electrodynamics (QED) with a minimal mathematical background. However, it will not only give an idea of required mathematical background but assist to understand the basic mathematical techniques. It will also provide some frequently used mathematical relations all at one place and use them whenever needed. In this way, it will prepare beginners to learn QED and even help advanced level students in the field to fill up the conceptual gaps.
Key Features
- Develops a conceptual background to understand the basis of quantum electrodynamics
- Requires minimal mathematical background
- Assist to understand the basic mathematical techniques
- Helps advanced level students in the field to fill up the conceptual gaps
Samina Masood is a Professor of Physics at the University of Houston, Clear Lake. She currently teaches Mathematical Methods, University Physics, Modern Astronomy, Electrodynamics, Physics of microbes, Field Theory, and Quantum Mechanics. Her research focuses on quantum field theory in hot and dense media and its applications. She is passionate about physics education as well.
Preface
Acknowledgements
Author biography
Part I Mathematical background
1 Vectors and tensors
2 Differential equation and Lagrangian formalism
3 Computational tools
Part II Relativity and electromagnetism
4 Electromagnetism
5 Thermodynamics and statistical mechanics
6 Quantum mechanics
7 High energy physics and relativity
Part III Development of quantum electrodynamics
8 Development of quantum electrodynamics
9 Applications of quantum electrodynamics
Part IV Appendices
Appendix A
Bibliography
Suggested further reading