Gauge theory and solitons

28 August - 3 September 2023

Title of the course: Gauge theory and solitons
Instructor: Dr. Edvard Musaev
Institution: Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
Dates: 28 August – 3 September 2023
Prerequisites:
1. Classical field theory
2. Calculus
Level: Advanced undergraduate, beginning undergraduate
Abstract: The course is devoted to gauge theories and topological soliton solution of their field equations. We will study the concept of gauge transformations, gauge potential, construct invariant Lagrangians. The last part of the course aims at explicit construction of solitonic solutions stable due to topological effects. The lecture course as accompanied by a list of problems.
Language: EN
Textbook:
1. Rubakov, “Classical theory of gauge fields”
2. Nakahara, “Geometry, topology and physics”
3.  Siegel, “Fields”