Udemy - Special Relativity The Wacky World of Modern Physics

What you'll learn:
Confidently apply Modern Physics concepts to analyze any phenomenon throughout the universe, regardless of perspective
Bridge the gap between an infinite set of perspectives to forge an absolute conception of the universe
Redefine your conception of space-time to account for weird effects, such as time dilation & length contraction
Experience the thought experiments driving Einstein's breakthrough discoveries to build intuition with these foreign ideas
Develop powerful tools for effortlessly translating experiences between different perspectives of the universe
Explore applications in Cosmology to explain the Big Bang Theory and the notion of an expanding universe
Understand the most valued technologies in STEM industries (including Aerospace) to boost employment opportunities & value
Apply your newfound knowledge to design radar system algorithms powering our most coveted inventions
Discover that mass is nothing more than a manifestation of energy to understand nuclear power, fusion, and fission
Uncover the true nature of light and its wave-particle duality to personally witness the birth of Quantum Mechanics
Requirements
the course was designed to guide students from an introductory level to mastery of concepts, and most of the mathematical analyses are predominantly algebra-based.
Any introduction to elementary math and physics concepts (such as Calc 101 and Newtonian Mechanics) would GREATLY supplement your journey throughout this course but is not essential.
Description
What if everything you THINK you know about the universe is nothing more than a limited snapshot of a bigger picture?.....
.......that the lessons you absorbed have blinded you - preventing you from seeing the real truth?
Would you choose to finally unlock the mysteries of this universe - to uncover the truth and see how deep the rabbit hole goes?
What I'm going to show you is that classical physics - along with your current conception of reality - is essentially an unfinished story. It proposes rules for the universe, but, in special situations, some end up being bent, even completely broken. As we guide you deeper down the rabbit hole, you'll gradually peer into the inner-workings of Einstein's mind and the revolutionary ideas it inspired. You'll discover that, even though the world's population constitutes an infinite set of varied perceptions, it's possible to reconcile these differences and establish an absolute, universal conception.
Upon accepting this new reality, you'll uncover a cascading, ripple effect on the body of physics - creating the most remarkable phenomena you could ever imagine. Time will suddenly dilate; length will miraculously contract; your perception of mass and energy will never be the same again. These revolutionary physics ideas also form the basis of our most valued technologies in many STEM industries, including Aerospace. So, naturally, you'll also be trained to take these ideas and use them practically. The main application we'll focus on in this course is designing your own radar algorithms - such as those used for traffic control, missile defense systems, or weather Doppler. However, we'll also cover an assortment of other cool technologies, including the GPS in your smart phones and even the nuclear energy powering our homes.
The answers are out there....
....and they'll find you - if you want them to.
It's all waiting for you in the story of....Special Relativity: The Wacky World of Modern Physics. I hope you're ready to free your mind in a world where anything is possible.
DISCOVER THE MYSTERIES OF THE UNIVERSE & MODERN PHYSICS WHILE DEVELOPING SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS!
Confidently apply Modern Physics concepts to analyze any system or phenomenon throughout the universe, regardless of perspective
Redefine your conception of space-time to account for the most remarkable phenomena you could ever imagine (Time dilation, length contraction, mass-energy equivalence, wave-particle duality, etc.)
Experience first-hand the same exact thought experiments driving Einstein's breakthrough discoveries in Physics (The twin paradox, Einstein's train paradox, etc.)
Develop powerful tools for effortlessly translating experiences between different perspectives of the universe (Lorentz Transformation, relativistic velocity addition, etc.)
Explore applications in Cosmology to explain the Big Bang Theory and the notion of an expanding universe (Relativistic Doppler shift, redshifts, Hubble's Law, Fraunhofer lines, etc.)
Discover Einstein's revolutionary idea that mass is nothing more than a manifestation of energy - giving birth to nuclear power, fusion, and fission (Mass-energy equivalence, rest energy, a new measurement for energy - the electron-volt, the relativistic energy-momentum relation, etc.)
Understand the most valued technologies in STEM industries (including Aerospace) to boost employment opportunities & value
Apply your newfound physics knowledge in several practical applications at the core of our most coveted inventions (Design radar algorithms used for traffic control, missile defense systems, and even weather Doppler; explore the technology powering the GPS systems in your smart phones; understand how Einstein's ideas led to the nuclear energy powering our homes)
Experience the beauty of modern physics in a fun, exciting atmosphere you'll never find in a classroom; I'll make you love and enjoy physics, while enhancing your skill sets
COURSE CONTENT AND OVERVIEW
Through 51 lectures and 14 hours worth of HD-quality content, you're going to unlock the mysteries of the universe, as you dive deeper down the rabbit hole of Modern Physics. By the end of this journey, you'll be able to confidently apply modern physics concepts to analyze ANY system or phenomenon throughout the universe - regardless of perspective. Each step of this immersive journey also concludes with a comprehensive quiz; so, you'll have a chance to practice these new physics concepts first-hand, receive immediate feedback, and quickly become a master of the universe! Here's a brief overview of each component you'll explore as you journey through the course:
Component I - Foundational Relativity Concepts: In the first section, we'll begin your journey by questioning the universality of perceptions and establishing foundational relativity concepts. We'll explore Classical Physics ideas such as the Galilean Transformation and Galilean invariance, while building problem solving skills before your intuition is thrown out the window later. At the end of this section, you'll have a better understanding of the dilemmas faced by all physicists and what they were trying to solve back when Einstein made his breakthrough discoveries.
Component II - Redefining Your Conception of Space-Time: In the next section, we'll finally begin diving down the rabbit hole of Modern Physics, as you completely redefine your conception of space-time and physics. We'll learn that time and space are relative, not absolute - which gives rise to weird physics effects known as time dilation and length contraction. Then, we'll run through several classic physics thought experiments - such as Einstein's Twin and Train Paradoxes - to build intuition with these foreign ideas.
Component III - Developing Translational Tools: Once you understand the true nature of space-time, you'll have the fundamental ideas for bridging the gap between an infinite set of perceptions. So, in Component III, we'll finally develop a map for effortlessly translating experiences between different perspectives of the universe. This map will eventually provide an assortment of useful analytical physics tools such as the Lorentz Transformation and relativistic velocity addition.
Component IV - Unleashing the Power of Special Relativity: Now that you're well-immersed in the wacky world of modern physics, it's finally time to put the puzzle pieces together and see the full picture. In Component IV, we'll unleash the power of Special Relativity / Modern Physics and dive deep into its many applications. First, we'll learn about the relativistic Doppler Shift - or how relative motion between objects influences the properties of electromagnetic waves. Then, we'll use your newfound physics knowledge to understand and design simple radar systems - similar to those found in police radar guns and missile defense systems. We'll also explore red shifts and physics applications in cosmology - which helped us develop the Big Bang Theory and the notion of an expanding universe.
Component V - Relativistic Mechanics: Much like throwing a rock into a lake, we'll find that introducing these ideas into the body of physics will have a ripple effect with significant theoretical implications. So, in the course's final component, we'll take a closer look at these cascading, ripple effects - as we assess their impact on classical physics ideas, such as momentum and energy. We'll discover the revolutionary idea at the core of nuclear power and fusion: that mass is nothing more than a manifestation of energy. Then, we'll personally witness the birth of Quantum Mechanics, as we study the wave-particle duality of light and its special massless properties.
As you dive deeper down the rabbit hole of Modern Physics, you'll eventually bridge the gap between an infinite set of perspectives, forge an absolute conception of the universe, and finally complete the unfinished story of Classical Physics. Not only will such a journey through the wacky world of modern physics liberate your mind, but the many applications we'll explore will mold you into a master of the universe capable of utilizing this fascinating information; that alone will make you shine in the STEM industry or effortlessly excel in-class.
So, feel free to explore our comprehensive curriculum or preview videos, and I look forward to seeing and working with you inside the course. I can't wait to guide you along another journey which personally made me love physics, engineering, and mathematics :)!
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Who this course is for
University students looking to effortlessly excel in physics & math classes and get that top mark
Die-hard scientists / engineers looking to further explore the vast mysteries of the universe
Any curious individual looking to master the principles of physics, develop a rich foundation in mathematics, and use that knowledge practically
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https://www.udemy.com/course/special-relativity/