Philosophy of Modern Physics (PHIL2011)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2010
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Schools
History,Philos,Religion&Class, Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class contact
2 Lecture hours, 2 Contact hours
Incompatible
PHYS2190
Assessment methods
Examination, assignments.
Course coordinator
Dr John Fjaerestad (jof@physics.uq.edu.au)
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2019 | St Lucia | Internal | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
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, 2018 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2017 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2016 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2015 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2014 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2013 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2012 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2011 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2010 | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
