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Prerequisites/Notes:
PHYS 230, MATH 210
Catalog Description :
Treats selected topics, such as relativity, fundamental particles, fluid mechanics, and surface physics that vary according to the interests of students and staff.
Topic for Fall 2020: General Relativity
This course will explore General Relativity, “one of the greatest triumphs of the human mind.” Along the way, students will come to an appreciation for and understanding of this phrase and of the physics it describes, as well as black holes, event horizons, gravitational waves, and the cosmic microwave background. Prerequisite: PHYS 230, MATH 210
Attributes: GER Quantitative Analysis, 400-599 Advanced Course
Term |
Fall Term 2020 |
Instructors |
Jeffrey A. Collett |
Course |
PHYS 500 |
Grade Mode |
Standard |
Title |
TOP: GENERAL RELATIVITY (Q) |
Final Exam |
Sunday, Nov 22, 2020 11:30 a.m. - 02:00 p.m. |
CRN |
5118 |
Status |
Active |
Class Time |
11:10 AM-12:20 PM MWF |
Start-End Date |
Sep 14, 2020-Nov 24, 2020 |
Campus |
Appleton Main Campus |
Units |
6 |
Course materials |
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Maximum |
Number registered |
Enrollment: |
Unlimited |
7 |
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