Special Relativity Course
Gain mastery in special relativity through straightforward derivations of Lorentz transformations, time dilation, length contraction, and spacetime diagrams. Tailored for working physics professionals, it includes practical applications in GPS timing, particle accelerators, and particle physics, building intuition while avoiding common pitfalls.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides a practical route to mastering special relativity, covering Lorentz transformations, time dilation, length contraction, and simultaneity. With clear notation and numerical examples, you'll develop strong intuition, communicate calculations effectively, sidestep conceptual errors, and link principles to real-world uses like GPS and particle lifetimes.
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Develop skills
- Master Lorentz transformations: convert events between frames using confident algebra.
- Apply time dilation and length contraction: tackle realistic high-speed scenarios.
- Interpret spacetime diagrams: analyse simultaneity and event ordering accurately.
- Use precise SR notation: manage c, v, Δt, Δx, γ in professional formulas.
- Communicate SR results: produce clear, concise reports with sound physical insight.
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