Time Travel and Other Mysteries - An Introduction to Special Relativity
Delve into the ground-breaking concepts of Einstein's Special Relativity. This course explores the mind-bending implications of time dilation, length contraction, and the famous equation E=mc². We'll unravel how our understanding of space and time was revolutionised, with engaging examples and thought experiments. No prior physics knowledge is required!
DELIVERY MODE
- Face-to-Face / Online
COURSE OUTLINE
- Introduction to Special Relativity: Historical context, the principle of relativity, and the speed of light
- Space-time: Understanding the unified fabric of space and time
- Time Dilation: Exploring how time is relative and affected by motion
- Length Contraction: Examining how the length of objects changes with motion
- Mass-Energy Equivalence: Unravelling the relationship between mass and energy (E=mc²)
- Paradoxes and Thought Experiments: Analysing famous paradoxes like the Twin Paradox to deepen understanding
- Applications and Implications: Discussing the real-world applications of special relativity in technology and our understanding of the universe
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Grasp the fundamental principles of Einstein's Special Relativity.
- Explain the concepts of time dilation, length contraction, and mass-energy equivalence.
- Analyse thought experiments and paradoxes related to special relativity.
- Discuss the implications of special relativity for our understanding of space, time, and the universe.
<p>Delve into the ground-breaking concepts of Einstein's Special Relativity. This course explores the mind-bending implications of time dilation, length contraction, and the famous equation E=mc².
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<p>Delve into the ground-breaking concepts of Einstein's Special Relativity. This course explores the mind-bending implications of time dilation, length contraction, and the famous equation E=mc².
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