PHYS 515
Fall 2005 All Classes
Credit: 4 hours.
(PHYCS 425) Systematic introduction to Einstein's theory, with emphasis on modern coordinate-free methods of computation. Topics include: review of special relativity, modern differential geometry, foundations of general relativity, laws of physics in the presence of a gravitational field, linearized theory, experimental tests of gravitation theories
Same as ASTR 515. Offered in alternate Fall terms. Prerequisite: PHYS 436 (includes PHYS 326); or consent of instructor.
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34931
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Lecture
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A
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1:00PM
-2:20PM
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MW
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Loomis Laboratory
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Shapiro, S
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