Introduction to the theory of Lorentz covariant quantized fields. Global and local conservation laws. Path integral formulation. Applications to quantum electrodynamics, quantum chromodynamics, and electroweak interactions. Other possible topics include grand unification, the renormalization group, anomolies, current algebra and supersymmetry.

Prerequisites: Physics 205, Physics 210A, Physics 210B, Physics 215A, Physics 215B, and Physics 215C; or consent of instructor.

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