This course on Modern Physics aims to introduce learners to advanced topics such as quantum theory, relativity, and the Standard Model of Particle Physics. By the end of the course, students will have a deep understanding of concepts like wave-particle duality, the Schrödinger Equation, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, Special and General Relativity, Quantum Mechanics, and Quantum Gravity. The course teaches skills such as analyzing wavefunction properties, solving the Schrödinger Equation, and interpreting quantum phenomena like quantum tunneling. The teaching method involves theoretical explanations, mathematical derivations, and real-world applications. This course is intended for individuals interested in expanding their knowledge of modern physics, including students, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the fundamental principles governing the universe.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction to Modern Physics.
Quantization of Energy Part 1: Blackbody Radiation and the Ultraviolet Catastrophe.
Quantization of Energy Part 2: Photons, Electrons, and Wave-Particle Duality.
The Double-Slit Experiment.
Quantum Mechanics and the Schrödinger Equation.
The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle Part 1: Position/Momentum and Schrödinger's Cat.
The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle Part 2: Energy/Time and Quantum Fluctuation.
Special Relativity Part 1: From Galileo to Einstein.
Special Relativity Part 2: Time Dilation and the Twin Paradox.
Special Relativity Part 3: Length Contraction.
Special Relativity Part 4: Mass-Energy Equivalence or E = mc².
General Relativity: The Curvature of Spacetime.
Quantum Electrodynamics (QED).
Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD).
The Standard Model of Particle Physics.
Quantum Gravity and Gravitons: The Search for a Theory of Everything.
The Future of Space Travel: Fusion Engines, Warp Drives, and Wormholes.
Position and Momentum Operators in Quantum Mechanics.
Wavefunction Properties, Normalization, and Expectation Values.
Unpacking the Schrödinger Equation.
Particle in a Box Part 1: Solving the Schrödinger Equation.
Particle in a Box Part 2: Interpreting the Results.
The Quantum Barrier Potential Part 1: Quantum Tunneling.
The Quantum Barrier Potential Part 2: Defining the Transmission and Reflection Coefficients.
Taught by
Professor Dave Explains
