Physics

This class covers the physics fields of dynamics, electromagnetism, and the theory of relativity. The class discusses only limited topics from each field; however, it proceeds so that students gain an overview of the path taken by physics toward the theory of relativity, rather than a mere collection of knowledge. Students from any faculty are eligible. Lectures are mainly conducted via demonstrations shown on the board.

dynamics, electromagnetism, theory of relativity

Session 1: Laws of motion
Session 2: Motion under gravity
Session 3: Circular motion and universal gravitation
Session 4: The harmony of the worlds as seen by Kepler
Session 5: Electric charge and electric fields
Session 6: Two ways of looking at natural laws
Session 7: Current and magnetic fields
Session 8: Electricity, magnetism, light
Session 8: The constant speed of light
Session 10: Lorentz transformations and expanding and contracting space-time
Session 11: E = mc²
Session 12: The principle of equivalence and warps in time-space
Session 13: Time slowing due to gravity and black holes
Session 14: Einstein and the theory of relativity; class questionnaire
Session 15: Spare day; class questionnaire

Syllabus (Japanese site only)