The course "Understanding Modern Physics III: Simplicity and Complexity" delves into the profound developments in physics over the 20th century, exploring concepts such as space, time, energy, entropy, and particles. This course, the third in a series, provides a comprehensive understanding of action principles, fundamental particle physics, entropy, information, and complexity.
Students will embark on a journey to grasp the interplay between simplicity and complexity, fostering a profound understanding of the underlying principles that govern the universe. Through a series of engaging modules, participants will explore topics such as action principles, fundamental particle physics, entropy, information, and complexity, gaining valuable insights into the intricate nature of the physical world.
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The course modules cover a comprehensive range of topics, including action principles, fundamental particle physics, entropy, information, and complexity, providing students with a deep understanding of the interplay between simplicity and complexity in modern physics.
This module introduces the action principle, shedding light on fundamental concepts such as Fermat's principle, functionals, light propagation, and conservation laws. Students will delve into the intricacies of the Euler-Lagrange equation, symmetries, and conservation laws, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles that govern physical phenomena.
Delve into the world of particles and strings in this module, exploring elementary particles, the quest for unification, quantum gravity, and the potential existence of a Planck scale collider. Gain insights into the scale of quantum gravity and the challenges of understanding the world through the lens of strings, fostering a deeper understanding of fundamental physical concepts.
Embark on an exploration of entropy and information, unraveling the mysteries of statistical entropy, the arrow of time, information content, and Maxwell's Demon. Gain a profound understanding of the intricate interplay between entropy and information, providing valuable insights into the fundamental principles that govern the universe.
Explore the concept of complexity, delving into the population of rabbits, logistic maps, chaos, and fractals. Gain insights into the intricate nature of chaos and fractals in nature, fostering a deep understanding of the complex phenomena that underpin the fabric of the physical world.
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