Valid for: 2019/20
Decided by: PLED F/Pi
Date of Decision: 2019-03-26
Main field: Technology.
Elective for: E4, F2, Pi2
Language of instruction: The course will be given in Swedish
Aim of the course is to introduce to the theory of relativity
and its ideas. Basic concepts such as time and space are treated,
and we interpret the geometry in four-dimensional space-time. The
Lorentz transformation is introduced to give the invariants a
central role. Particle kinematics and dynamics is applied to
atomic, nuclear and particle physics, and furthermore some
electromagnetic phenomena are discussed.
The course gives the possibility to study and reflect the
fascinating phenomenology of relativity. Emphasis is put on the
understanding of concepts. The students are encouraged to actively
discuss, explain and reflect the content of the course. The course
aims at inspiring the students by establishing connections to
fundamental philosophical issues as well as problems in physics and
technology.
Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must
Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must
Concept of time and space. Measurement of time intervals and
distances. Lorentz
transformation. Invariants. Conservation laws as consequences of
invariants. Applications
within atomic, nuclear and particle physics. Brief heuristic
discussion of
general relativity.
Grading scale: TH - (U,3,4,5) - (Fail, Three, Four, Five)
Assessment: The exam is written: the students are asked to individually work on problems which require explanations in essay-style or calculations. Grades are given according to the exam results.
The examiner, in consultation with Disability Support Services, may deviate from the regular form of examination in order to provide a permanently disabled student with a form of examination equivalent to that of a student without a disability.
Required prior knowledge: Basic Mathematics and Mechanics.
The number of participants is limited to: No
The course might be cancelled: If the number of applicants is less than 12.
The course overlaps following course/s: FMF061
Course coordinator: Marcus Dahlström, marcus.dahlstrom@matfys.lth.se
Course homepage: http://www.matfys.lth.se/education/FMFF30
Further information: The course is given as lectures and exercises. In addition, some special applications are discussed in special exercises.