In this module students will follow material as it is transferred from a companion star to a black hole via Roche lobe overflow or wind fed accretion.
We will also explore the formation of supermassive black holes, intermediate mass black holes, and mini black holes in particle accelerators. Students will also gain an knowledge of 'no-hair' theorem and gravitational lensing. Students will learn that there are four major types of astrophysical black holes (primordial/mini black hole's, stellar mass, intermediate mass and supermassive black holes), and discover current theories on their formation, and what might feed them. In this module students will explore the various sizes of black holes and their measurable properties. We look at the many ways black holes affect the universe around them from discussions of reference frames through to the change in the passage of time as you approach a black hole.
What happens if you travel close to the speed of light? What happens to the passage of time as you fall towards a black hole? This module will explore relativity. We will explore the death of stars, and what is produced by the death of stars, on all scales from the building blocks of life (carbon) to black holes. In this module students will learn about the lifecycle of stars, how stars produce energy, and how they radiate away energy. Stars are the progenitors of black holes. In this module, you will become familiar with the basic structure of a black hole, learn the terminology used to describe them, and explore the history of black hole physics. Syllabus Module 1 - Introduction to Black Holes Over the years she has taught courses on many areas of physics and astronomy and has also conducted research on neutron stars and black holes. Her theses (both for BSc and PhD) were on theoretical aspects of black holes. Sharon Morsink graduated with an Honours Physics BSc from the University of Waterloo, and a PhD in Theoretical Physics from the University of Alberta. Sharon Morsink, Associate Professor Department of Physics, University of Alberta Time Commitment: 2 hours/week For the for-credit version:ġ0 graded modules one module per week + additional exercises and exams.
Pass all graded assignments to complete the course.
#A journey into a black hole free
For the free Coursera version:ġ0 graded modules one module per week. None! This course is designed for learners with elementary math skills and no prior physics background. Summarize the puzzles facing black hole researchers in modern science.Identify different ways of detecting black holes, and appropriate technologies associated with each detection method.Characterize formation theories associated with each type of black hole.Recognize different types of stars and distinguish which stars can potentially become black holes.Compare black holes in popular culture to modern physics to distinguish science fact from science fiction.Describe the essential properties of black holes and differentiate between types.Learning OutcomesĪfter completing this course, you will be able to: Learn how U of A MOOCs align with Alberta's secondary curricula. Taking the course as an Alberta junior high or high school student? Astro 101 content aligns with parts of the Alberta curriculum for Science 8, 9, and 30, and Physics 20 and 30.
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