Introductory Particle Physics

Particle Classification and Properties: Provide an overview of the fundamental particles in the Standard Model of particle physics, including quarks, leptons, gauge bosons, and the Higgs boson, covering their properties such as mass, charge, spin, and interactions. Experimental Techniques and Methods: Explore experimental techniques and methods used in particle physics research, including particle accelerators, detectors, data analysis techniques, and the scientific process of hypothesis testing and validation. Symmetries and Conservation Laws: Introduce the concepts of symmetries and conservation laws in particle physics, including charge conservation, parity, and time reversal symmetry, and their implications for particle interactions and decays. Beyond the Standard Model: Discuss extensions to the Standard Model of particle physics, including theories of supersymmetry, grand unification, and extra dimensions, as well as experimental searches for new particles and phenomena beyond those predicted by the Standard Model. Applications and Implications: Explore the applications of particle physics in other fields of science and technology, such as cosmology, astrophysics, medical imaging, and materials science, and discuss the broader implications of particle physics research for our understanding of the universe and the development of new technologies.