PHYS 5210 - Intro to Gravitation

Institution:

University of Utah

Subject:

Physics

Description:

An introduction to Einstein's theory of gravity appropriate for undergraduates. Topics covered will include a brief discussion of special relativity, manifolds and elements of differential geometry, curvature, gravitation and Einstein's Equation, the Schwarzschild solution and black holes, and gravitational radiation. There will be a computational aspect to the course. This course is appropriate for advanced undergraduate students in physics, astronomy, or mathematics. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in PHYS 3010 OR (PHYS 3730 AND PHYS 4410) OR Graduate status in Physics/Astronomy

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utah.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 581-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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