Philosophy of Modern Physics (PHIL2011)
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Schools
History,Philos,Religion&Class, Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
2 Contact hours
Incompatible
PHYS2190
Assessment methods
Examination, assignments.
Course enquiries
Dr John Fjaerestad (jof@physics.uq.edu.au)
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school.
Course description
Introduction to the philosophy of science in the context of modern physics. Methodological principles, quantum physics & epistemology, quantum measurement, relativity & cosmology, time & causation. Grand unified theories, theory of everything.
Archived offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2020 (03/08/2020 - 21/11/2020) | St Lucia | Flexible Delivery | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2020 (03/08/2020 - 21/11/2020) | External | External | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2019 (22/07/2019 - 16/11/2019) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2018 (23/07/2018 - 17/11/2018) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2017 (24/07/2017 - 18/11/2017) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2016 (25/07/2016 - 19/11/2016) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2015 (27/07/2015 - 21/11/2015) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |