Introduction to Cosmology

Overview

Subject area

PHYS

Catalog Number

280

Course Title

Introduction to Cosmology

Department(s)

Description

Topics include the thermal history of the universe; the cosmic microwave background radiation; cosmic expansion and its relation to matter and energy; and dark matter, dark energy, and the shortcomings of the standard Big Bang scenario. The course ends with a discussion of cosmic inflation. General relativity is not used.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

033015

Course Schedule