This course on cosmology in the 21st century aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the universe's evolution, from the big bang to current knowledge of dark matter and cosmic phenomena. The course covers topics such as the Doppler Effect, redshift survey, relativity, Hubble's observations, dark ages, cosmic microwave background, dark matter, dark energy, the Big Bang, inflation, and quantum mechanics. The teaching method involves a guided tour through the expanding universe, exploring various cosmic phenomena and their implications. This course is intended for individuals interested in gaining insights into the fundamental understanding of the universe and its components.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Overview
Doppler Effect
Redshift Survey
Relativity
Expanding Universe
Hubbles observations
Implications of expanding universe
Evolution of universe
Gravitational instability
Dark ages
Cosmic Microwave Background
Microwave Background Measurements
Early Plasmas
Cosmic Fingerprinting
Spectral Analysis
Dark Matter
Dark Matter halos
Overwhelming evidence
Dark energy
How will the universe end
What is the universe composed of
The Big Bang
Inflation
Quantum Mechanics
Chime
Summary
Taught by
Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
