| Description: | Black holes are the Universe's most extreme objects: they are so massive and compact that gravity bends space and time into a knot. The signature property of a black hole is that your can get in, but not out. In this second semesterr, we discuss what is currently known about black holes, starting from Einstein's theories about space, time, and gravity, through the first observational evidence for black holes, to the latest images of the shadows cast by black holes taken with the largest telescopes on earth. This class is designed to bend your mind when figuring out why clocks run slower when approaching the edge of a black hole, what could be at the center of a black hole or even at the other side. At the same time, we will discuss the inner workings of the most advanced telescopes that astronomers have developed to study black holes, and the strategies astronomers employ to develop ever more sensitive instruments. Also expect a fair bit of astronomy in this class,when we discuss how black holes form, when and how they grow, and which roles they play in cosmic eco-systems such as the Milky Way Galaxy.The course will function as the second part of a new Ampersand Program, "Gateway Expeditions into Exoplanets and Black Holes". There is no prerequisite for taking this course. This course is only for first-year students admitted to the Ampersand Program. |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 4:00P-5:20P | McDonnell / 361 | Krawczynski | May 7 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM | 0 | 16 | 0 | | |
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| Description: | Continuation of Physics 191. Calculus-based introduction to concepts, laws, and structure of physics. Topics include electromagnetic forces and fields, direct current circuits, capacitance and inductance, electromagnetic radiation, light, physical optics, interference and diffraction, early quantum theory, and nuclear physics. Two evening exams, at which attendance is required.These are followed by a required final exam. Prerequisite: Physics 191, Physics 197, or Physics 117A; Calculus I (Math 131). Previous or concurrent enrollment in Calculus II (Math 132) is very strongly recommended. Combination of Physics 192 and 192L is a replacement for Physics 198. Students may not receive credit for more than one of Physics 118A, 198, and 192.
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| 02 | M-W---- | 1:00P-2:20P | Crow / 201 | Wang | May 5 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM | 140 | 140 | 0 | | | Actions: | | Books | | Syllabus | | Syllabi are provided to students to support their course planning; refer to the syllabus for constraints on use. |
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| 03 | -T-R--- | 10:00A-11:20A | Crow / 201 | Hynes | May 5 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM | 140 | 140 | 0 | | | Actions: | | Books | | Syllabus | | Syllabi are provided to students to support their course planning; refer to the syllabus for constraints on use. |
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| | 01 | M-W---- | 1:00P-2:20P | Crow / 204 | Zu | May 7 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM | 40 | 37 | 0 | | |
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| Description: | Introduction to the special and general theories of relativity. Einstein's postulates of the principle of relativity and the constancy of the speed of light. Simple kinematics and dynamics: simultaneity, time dilation, space-time diagrams, twin and other "paradoxes," E = mc^2, laws of motion. Elements of general relativity; curved spacetime, experimental tests, black holes, gravitational waves. Prereq: Phys191, or 193, or 197, or permission of the instructor. |
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| | 01 | M-W-F-- | 11:00A-11:50A | Crow / 204 | Ogliore | May 6 2025 10:30AM - 12:30PM | 80 | 25 | 0 | | |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 1:00P-2:20P | Crow / 206 | Buckley | No Final | 20 | 17 | 0 | | | Actions: | | Books | | Syllabus | | Syllabi are provided to students to support their course planning; refer to the syllabus for constraints on use. |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 8:30A-9:50A | Crow / 204 | Mukherji | May 2 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM | 60 | 25 | 0 | | |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 1:00P-5:00P | Crow / 306 | Wessel | No Final | 10 | 9 | 0 | | | Actions: | | Books | | Syllabus | | Syllabi are provided to students to support their course planning; refer to the syllabus for constraints on use. |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 2:30P-3:50P | Crow / 205 | Ferrer | May 7 2025 3:30PM - 5:30PM | 30 | 6 | 0 | | |
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| | 01 | M-W---- | 4:00P-5:20P | Crow / 206 | Daylan | May 2 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM | 20 | 8 | 0 | | |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 2:30P-3:50P | Crow / 206 | Henriksen | May 5 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM | 59 | 14 | 0 | | | Actions: | | Books | | Syllabus | | Syllabi are provided to students to support their course planning; refer to the syllabus for constraints on use. |
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| | 01 | -T-R--- | 1:00P-2:20P | Crow / 205 | Piarulli | May 6 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM | 15 | 5 | 0 | | | Actions: | | Books | | Syllabus | | Syllabi are provided to students to support their course planning; refer to the syllabus for constraints on use. |
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