Science and Technology
Discover why some people love science and technology and why there is excitement in looking at the stars, in peering through a microscope and in formulae that unpack the secrets of our world. We have tutors who will demystify the theories and practices of these two building blocks of our knowledge of the world. Have fun, learn something new and join with fellow students to discover the joys of science and technology.
The Hidden Logic of Science
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<p>A little-known fact about science is that the act of scientific discovery is not a logical process. This course introduces participants to the hidden “logic” of scientific discovery, via a number
...Theory of Flight
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<p>How does an airliner that weighs several hundred tonnes flash through the air at almost one thousand kilometres an hour? This course explains, in easy everyday language, the theory of flight. It
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Ancient Greek Inventions: Technologies, Tricks and Toys
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<p>Ancient Greek engineers, such as Archimedes of Syracuse, Philon of Byzantium, Heron of Alexandria, and Pappus of Alexandria, invented and used numerous mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic devices.
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<p>Ancient Greek engineers, such as Archimedes of Syracuse, Philon of Byzantium, Heron of Alexandria, and Pappus of Alexandria, invented and used numerous mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic devices.
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Life After Death - What the Doctors Say
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<p>This course is about the science of the after-life. It is based on the work of Dr Raymond A. Moody, the American psychiatrist and physician, as well as other doctors such as Eben Alexander the
...<p>This course is about the science of the after-life. It is based on the work of Dr Raymond A. Moody, the American psychiatrist and physician, as well as other doctors such as Eben Alexander the
...<p>This course is about the science of the after-life. It is based on the work of Dr Raymond A. Moody, the American psychiatrist and physician, as well as other doctors such as Eben Alexander the
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The Fundamental Structure of Matter: Quarks, Gluons and the Higgs Particle
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<p>The recent discovery of the Higgs particle completes the so-called Standard Model of the fundamental particles and forces of Nature. But there are still questions it doesn't answer. In this course
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Understanding the Rise of Cybercrime and Online Fraud
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<p>Join us for an enlightening journey into the world of cybercrime, focusing on the Australian context. This course explores fascinating cases like the Melissa Caddick investment fraud alongside the
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An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics
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<p>The most common questions about Astronomy are: "How big is our Universe?" "How did our Universe come into existence?" "Where do we come from?" This short course explores these existential questions
...<p>The most common questions about Astronomy are: "How big is our Universe?" "How did our Universe come into existence?" "Where do we come from?" This short course explores these existential questions
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On the Shoulders of Giants - Five Visionaries Who Changed Astronomy and Physics
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<p>This five-week course is based on Stephen Hawking’s curated anthology <em>On the Shoulders of Giants</em>, showcasing the original writings of five scientific icons: Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler,
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AI and the Stars - How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionising Astronomy
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<p>Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how astronomers study the Universe. From finding exoplanets to analysing gravitational waves, AI helps scientists handle massive data and make
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Energy: Uses, Sources, and Environmental Impacts
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