David Tong: Lectures on Quantum Field Theory

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In summary, "David Tong: Lectures on Quantum Field Theory" is a series of 24 online video lectures created and taught by British theoretical physicist Dr. David Tong. The lectures cover the fundamentals of quantum field theory and are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge. They are available for free on Dr. David Tong's website and YouTube, and can also be downloaded as audio or video files. Each lecture is approximately 1 hour long, making the entire series about 24 hours in length.

Apr 27, 2015

craigi

I created this thread to notify people about to the online resources for Tong's QFT course.

Lecture videos:

Blackboard screens and Videos: http://pirsa.org/C09033

Lecture notes: http://www.damtp.cam.ac.uk/user/tong/qft.html

Course text: Peskin and Schroeder (search for it)

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1. What is "David Tong: Lectures on Quantum Field Theory"?

"David Tong: Lectures on Quantum Field Theory" is a series of online video lectures created and taught by theoretical physicist Dr. David Tong. The lectures cover the fundamentals of quantum field theory, a branch of theoretical physics that deals with the study of subatomic particles and their interactions.

2. Who is David Tong?

David Tong is a British theoretical physicist and professor at the University of Cambridge. He is known for his research in theoretical physics, particularly in the areas of quantum field theory, string theory, and cosmology. He is also a popular lecturer and has received numerous awards for his teaching, including the prestigious Maxwell Medal and Prize from the Institute of Physics.

3. Are the lectures suitable for beginners?

Yes, the lectures are designed for beginners and assume no prior knowledge of quantum field theory. However, some familiarity with basic concepts in classical mechanics and quantum mechanics would be helpful.

4. How can I access the lectures?

The lectures are available for free on Dr. David Tong's website and on YouTube. They can also be downloaded as audio or video files for offline viewing.

5. How long is the lecture series?

The lecture series consists of 24 lectures, each approximately 1 hour long. In total, the series is about 24 hours in length. However, the length of each lecture may vary slightly.