Instructor. Michael Anderson, Math 4-100A.
E-mail: anderson@math.sunysb.edu, Phone: 632-8269.
Lectures: MW: 10:15-11:35, in Physics P130.
Office Hours.TuWTh 1-2pm, and by appointment.
Course Description. Supersymmetry has been important in
theoretical physics for some time, (although it still awaits experimental
verification), and it has become increasingly useful in many areas of
mathematics. The goal is to learn basic aspects of supersymmetry and some
of the theories associated with it. We hope to have some topics covered
from a physicist's perspective, taught by Martin Rocek and/or William Linch
of the ITP. The plan is to cover most all of Dan Freed's book on the topic,
and if time permits, discuss some of the notable applications of supersymmetry
to mathematics, e.g. some of Witten's earlier papers.
Prerequistes. A standard background in differential geometry.
Some knowledge of special relativity and spinors (as covered in last semester's
gauge theory course) will be helpful, but can be picked up as we go along.
Text. The main text we will use is:
Assignments and Grading. No formal assignments are envisioned at
this time. The grade will be based on class participation and discussion.
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