classical field theory
Physics term referring to the study of classical fields, such as electromagnetic or gravitational fields, as opposed to quantum field theory.
Classical field theory forms the basis of electromagnetism and general relativity.
Quantum field theory, the quantum counterpart of classical field theory.
Compound of 場 (field) + の (possessive particle) + 古典論 (classical theory). A direct translation of the English term 'classical field theory'.