What will you learn in Astronomy: Exploring Time and Space Course
Grasp fundamental astronomy concepts related to gravity and space-time.
Understand black hole formation, properties, and detection methods.
Analyze how black holes interact with their environment.
Explore real-world astronomical data and modern discoveries in astrophysics.
Program Overview
Module 1: Gravity and the Universe
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Newton’s and Einstein’s theories of gravity, warped space-time.
Hands-on: Visualize gravity wells and simulate planetary motion.
Module 2: Life Cycles of Stars
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Stellar birth, fusion, and death; neutron stars vs. black holes.
Hands-on: Use simulations to track a star’s lifecycle.
Module 3: Properties of Black Holes
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Event horizon, singularity, Hawking radiation, Schwarzschild radius.
Hands-on: Calculate escape velocities and explore black hole physics.
Module 4: Observing Black Holes
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Gravitational lensing, accretion disks, LIGO, and Event Horizon Telescope.
Hands-on: Interpret astronomical images and gravitational wave data.
Module 5: Black Holes and Modern Physics
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Quantum mechanics, general relativity, and information paradox.
Hands-on: Analyze thought experiments and real scientific models.
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Job Outlook
While the course is more academic than vocational, it lays a strong foundation for careers in:
Astrophysics research
Astronomy education
Data science in space applications
Skills in data interpretation, critical thinking, and scientific literacy are transferable across STEM fields.
Strong pathway to graduate studies in physics or astronomy.
Specification: Astronomy: Exploring Time and Space
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