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QCD: Theory and Experiment
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:24
Abstract
An introduction to the theoretical aspects and experimental tests of QCD, with emphasis on perturbative QCD and related experiments at colliders.
Content
QCD Lagrangian and Feynman Rules QCD running coupling Parton model Altarelli-Parisi equations Basic processes Experimental tests at lepton and hadron colliders Measurements of the strong coupling constant
Resources
Literature
1) G. Dissertori, I. Knowles, M. Schmelling : "Quantum Chromodynamics: High Energy Experiments and Theory" (The International Series of Monographs on Physics, 115, Oxford University Press) 2) R. K. Ellis, W. J. Stirling, B. R. Webber : "QCD and Collider Physics" (Cambridge Monographs on Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics & Cosmology)"
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
QCD: Theory and Experiment
Does not take place this semester.
Blockkurs: Ende WS
gemeinsam mit UNI Zürich
|
No time listed | 28 h semesterly |
| exercise |
QCD: Theory and Experiment
Does not take place this semester.
Blockkurs: Ende WS
gemeinsam mit UNI Zürich
|
No time listed | 14 h semesterly |