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    Overview

    Mathematics of General Relativity. Reviews tensor analysis and differential geometry before discussing the field equations of General Relativity, Schwarzschild solution and black holes.

    About this paper

    Paper title Introduction to General Relativity
    Subject Mathematics
    EFTS 0.0833
    Points 10 points
    Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $696.55
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    Limited to
    BA(Hons), BSc(Hons), PGDipArts, PGDipSci, MA(Thesis), MSc
    Contact

    Professor Jörg Frauendiener

    Teaching staff

    Professor Jörg Frauendiener

    Textbooks

    There are lecture notes but no text book(s) for this course.

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Scholarship, Critical thinking, Research.
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    Learning Outcomes

    On completion of the study of this paper, students are expected to:

    • Understand fundamental approaches in the area of mathematics.
    • Know important tools and techniques in the area of mathematics.
    • Understand the power of this area of mathematics in modern developments and applications.

    Timetable

    Semester 1

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Lecture

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Monday 11:00-11:50 17, 19-22
    Tuesday 16:00-16:50 17-22
    Thursday 12:00-12:50 17-22
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