Course Number
615.748
Next Offered
Spring 2024
Primary Program
Applied Physics
Location
Online
Course Format
Online

After a brief review of the theory of special relativity, the mathematical tools of tensor calculus that are necessary for understanding the theory of general relativity will be developed. Relativistic perfect fluids and their stress-energymomentum tensor will be defined, and Einstein’s field equations will be studied. Gravitational collapse will be introduced, and the Schwarzschild Black Hole solution will be discussed.

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Introduction to Relativity

615.748.81
01/22/2024 - 05/07/2024
Semester
Spring 2024
Course Format
Online
Location
Online
Cost
$5,090.00
Course Materials
Open

Introduction to Relativity

615.748.82
01/22/2024 - 05/07/2024
Semester
Spring 2024
Course Format
Online
Location
Online
Cost
$5,090.00
Course Materials