Doppler Effect Course
This course builds mastery of the Doppler effect, starting from basic wave theory through to detailed calculations. It covers examples in sound, light, and radar, includes real-world data analysis, and provides practical classroom demos and assessments ideal for advanced physics education in South African schools.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
Gain expertise in the Doppler effect through this targeted, hands-on course linking fundamental wave principles to practical sound and light scenarios. Cover directional applications, sign rules, and key formulas, then practise with detailed numerical problems. Delve into redshift, siren sounds, and easy classroom experiments, with prepared assessments and tools for effective teaching.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Master Doppler principles: swiftly forecast pitch changes for moving sources and observers.
- Use Doppler equations: calculate frequency shifts in sound using realistic figures quickly.
- Examine common Doppler scenarios: sirens, bells, and trains with sharp physical understanding.
- Create reliable Doppler experiments: set up affordable, safe classroom activities that succeed.
- Teach Doppler to youth: develop simple, suitable explanations and evaluation tools.
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