Physics 116 - Relativity

The nature of space and time from the viewpoint of the special theory of relativity. Historical perspective. A variety of paradoxes and puzzles including the twin paradox. The speed of light as an upper limit. Muon decay. Photons.

Course Information

Level:	Undergraduate	Semester Offered:	Fall
Credits:	3	GenEd:	PS
Prerequisite:	Basic high school algebra and geometry
Co-requisite:	none

Current Semester (Fall 2009)

Section:	1	Instructor:	Brau
Times:	MWF 1:25	Location:	HASA 126