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Part Time Space, Time and the Universe OUDCE

Vocational qualification

In Newbury ()

£ 49 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Duration

    1 Day

An introduction to the basic ideas of Einstein's theory of relativity and the way they shape our modern conception of the Universe, from the big bang to the end of time (if there is one). Learners need to bring the following to the first class: writing materials.

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Space, Time and the Universe OUDCE - Newbury College

Full Time courses for under 19's are free of chargeCode : Start : End : Times : Day : Duration : Cost (Year 1)*

97678A 090901 : 10/10/2009 : 10/10/2009 : 10:00 to 15:30 : Saturday : 1 Days : 49.00

Course Overview An introduction to the basic ideas of Einstein's theory of relativity and the way they shape our modern conception of the Universe, from the big bang to the end of time (if there is one). Learners need to bring the following to the first class: writing materials.

Qualification gained: This course does not lead to a formal qualification.

Course Content: Einstein was the author of two theories of relativity. The special theory that unified space and time into a single entity, and the general thoeory which showed that it was the curved distortion of space-time that accounted for gravity. This event will introduce the key features of both of Einstein's theories and then examine the role they play in modern astronomy and cosmology. Topics covered will include the nature and significance of black holes and the geometric properties of space and time from the big bang to the end of the universe (if there is one). The tutor for this course is Bob Lambourne, who is currently the Director of the Physics Innovations Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at the Open University and also Director of Studies in Physical Sciences at the Oxford Univeresity Department for Continuing Education. He is currently involved in writing a textbook on Relativity, Gravitation and Cosmology that will be published by Cambridge University Press in 2010.

Work Experience: Learners do not need to be in relevant work to undertake this course.

Course Assessment: There is no formal assessment

Progression: Learners can progress to similar astronomy courses.

Homework: There will be no homework for this course.

Additional Costs: There are no additional costs attached to this course.

Course Fees
  • Fees quoted with the course information are for the current academic year. Fees for the next academic year starting in September are subject to change and will be confirmed annually.
  • Part Time Course Fee Relate to Year 1 course fees only. Two year course fees will have an additional course fee for the second year; these fees are subject to confirmation annually.
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Part Time Space, Time and the Universe OUDCE

£ 49 + VAT