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402-0898-00L 6 Credits DR , MSC D-PHYS

The Physics of Electroweak Symmetry Breaking

Does not take place this semester.
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Abstract

The aim is to understand the need of physics beyond the Standard Model, the basic techniques of model building in theories BSM and the elements of collider physics required to analyze their phenomenological implications. After an introduction to the SM and alternative theories of electroweak symmetry breaking, we will investigate these issues in the context of models with warped extra dimensions.

Objective

After the course the student should have a good knowledge of some of the most relevant theories beyond the Standard Model and have the techniques to understand those theories that have not been surveyed in the course. He or she should be able to compute the constraints on any model of new physics, its successes explaining current experimental data and its main phenomenological implications at colliders.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Every two years

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 20 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture The Physics of Electroweak Symmetry Breaking
Does not take place this semester. **together with University of Zurich**
No time listed 2 h weekly
exercise The Physics of Electroweak Symmetry Breaking
Does not take place this semester. **together with University of Zurich**
No time listed 1 h weekly

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