ASP3051 · Monash University
Relativity and cosmology
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 3
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Science
What it covers
In this unit you will study the following newtonian physics and Einstein's special theory of relativity, the geometry of space-time, the Minkowski metric, Lorentz transformations, k-calculus, and four-vectors; the physics of space-time, momentum and energy; classical paradoxes; general relativity, including other metrics, black holes and gravitational waves; cosmology, including relevant observations and the cosmic background radiation; the expansion and evolution of the universe, primordial elements and recent progress.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| In-class test | Quiz / Test | 20% |
| Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes) | Examination | 40% |
| Applied classes | Demonstration | 40% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On-campus |