COURSE SYLLABUS Theory of Relativity 7.5 credits Relativitetsteori Second cycle, F7041T Version Autumn 2012 Sp 1 - Spring 2013 Sp 4Autumn 2013 Sp 1 - Spring 2014 Sp 4Autumn 2014 Sp 1 - Spring 2018 Sp 4Autumn 2018 Sp 1 - Spring 2020 Sp 4Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - Present Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - PresentThe version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first. Education level Second cycle Grade scale G U 3 4 5 Subject Physics Subject group (SCB) Physics Entry requirementsCalculus M0029M, Linear Algebra and Differential Equations M0031M or equivalent. More information about English language requirements SelectionThe selection is based on 20-285 creditsCourse 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.ExaminerJohan HanssonLiterature. Valid from Autumn 2020 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)Announced at the start of the course. Search books in the library » Course offered byDepartment of Engineering Sciences and MathematicsModules CodeDescriptionGrade scaleHPStatusFrom periodTitle 0001Home AssignmentsG U 3 4 57.50MandatoryA12 Study guidanceStudy 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 establishedby Dept. TVM Mats Näsström 14 Mar 2012Last revisedby HUL Niklas Letho 14 Feb 2020