Who Can Achieve Landau's Theoretical Minimum in Physics?

[maverick_starstrider]

If we define Landau's Theoretical Minimum (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lev_Landau#The_Landau_School) as roughly understanding ALL of the entire course of theoretical physics by Landau and Lifgarbagez, who thinks they would make the minimum? I know I sure as hell wouldn't. That requirement is insane.

 

[humanino]

I bought the book collection, so I know I would fail the exam too. On the other hand, the books are old and much more is available today depending on your domain. Besides, I still think it's quite possible to pass the exam, provided one works only this content and nothing else.

Whenever I start research on a domain which is new to me, I consider reading the relevant chapters in this collection a must.

 

[dx]

Between 1934 and 1961, only 43 people passed this test.

 

[Pinu7]

That wouldn't be surprising if they were taught by Landau. His books are awesome...but only as a review if you know the material well.

 

[humanino]

but only as a review if you know the material well.

I think the books are meant to be self contained and introductory. There is no pre-requirement at all, except possibly previous books in the same collection.

 

[Petar Mali]

Can people find out all names which passed Landau's test. I heard that one or two people came and find mistake in Landau's papers and Immediately passed the test. Is it true?

 

[Deadlyelder]

Old post but anyways here is the list : http://www.dsm.fordham.edu/~maron/wagers/landau.html