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Astro 101: Black Holes

Dive into the mysteries of black holes: from fundamental principles to the latest scientific discoveries in space.

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Free course

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13 Hours

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This course, offered by the University of Alberta, provides a comprehensive introduction to black holes, covering their properties, formation, and detection. Students will learn about the life cycle of stars, relativity theory, and quantum mechanics as they relate to black holes. The course explores various types of black holes, from stellar-mass to supermassive, and discusses recent discoveries in gravitational wave astronomy. Through engaging lectures and interviews with experts, students will gain insights into current black hole research and its implications for our understanding of the universe.

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What you'll learn

  • Describe the essential properties of black holes and their formation processes

  • Explain recent black hole research using plain language and appropriate analogies

  • Compare black holes in popular culture to modern physics, distinguishing fact from fiction

  • Apply fundamental physical concepts to explain observed astronomical phenomena

  • Differentiate between types of black holes and their detection methods

  • Summarize current puzzles and debates in black hole research

  • Understand the basics of gravitational wave astronomy and its importance in black hole studies

Skills you'll gain

astronomy
physics
black holes
relativity
quantum mechanics
astrophysics
gravitational waves
cosmology

This course includes:

12.08 Hours PreRecorded video

10 quizzes

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FullTime access

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There are 10 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of black holes, covering their fundamental properties, formation, and detection methods. Over ten modules, students will journey from the basics of astronomy and physics to the cutting-edge research in black hole science. The curriculum begins with an introduction to black holes and their place in popular culture, then delves into the life cycle of stars to understand how black holes form. Students will explore key concepts in physics, including special and general relativity, which are crucial for understanding black hole behavior. The course covers various types of black holes, from stellar-mass to supermassive, and examines their effects on surrounding space and matter. Advanced topics include quantum mechanics applied to black holes, Hawking radiation, and the latest discoveries in gravitational wave astronomy. Throughout the course, students will learn about observational techniques used to study black holes and gain insights into current research questions and debates in the field.

Introduction to Black Holes

Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete

Life and Death of a Star

Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete

The Structure of Spacetime

Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete

Sizing Up Black Holes

Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete

Approaching a Black Hole

Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete

Crossing the Event Horizon

Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete

Inside a Black Hole

Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete

Hunting for Black Holes

Module 8 · 1 Hours to complete

Our Eyes in the Skies

Module 9 · 1 Hours to complete

Riding the Gravity Wave

Module 10 · 2 Hours to complete

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Astro 101: Black Holes

Beginner

Skill Level

13 Hours

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

Free course

Completion

CERTIFICATE

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