Theory of Relativity, Course, - Luleå University of Technology

COURSE SYLLABUS

Theory of Relativity 7.5 credits

Relativitetsteori

Second cycle, F7041T

Version

Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - Present

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Education level

Second cycle

Grade scale

G U 3 4 5

Subject

Physics

Subject group (SCB)

Physics

Entry requirements

Calculus M0029M, Linear Algebra and Differential Equations M0031M or equivalent.

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Selection

The selection is based on 20-285 credits

Course Aim

This course introduces Einstein´s theory of relativity. The course covers general relativity, gravitation and cosmology.

Contents

The ideas behind Einstein´s general theory of relativity. Curved space-time and general tensors. The energy-momentum tensor and Einstein´s law of gravitaion. The Schwarzschild solution. Experimental tests. Black holes. The Kerr solution. Gravitational waves. Gravitation and cosmology. The curved and expanding Universe.

Realization

The course consist of lectures devoted to a basic core of the subject.

Examination

Homework assignments. Alternative examination methods may occur.

Remarks

The course cannot be part of the degree together with the course F0017T.

Examiner

Johan Hansson

Literature. Valid from Autumn 2020 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)

Announced at the start of the course.

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Course offered by

Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics

Modules

Code	Description	Grade scale	HP	Status	From period	Title
0001	Home Assignments	G U 3 4 5	7.50	Mandatory	A12

Study guidance

Study guidance for the course is to be found in our learning platform Canvas before the course starts. Students applying for single subject courses get more information in the Welcome letter. You will find the learning platform via My LTU.

Syllabus established

by Dept. TVM Mats Näsström 14 Mar 2012

Last revised

by HUL Niklas Letho 14 Feb 2020

Published:7 November 2013

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