From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

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Course Summary

Learn about the history and science behind the Big Bang theory and the evolution of the universe with this course. Discover the latest research and explore the mysteries of the cosmos.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the origins of the universe and the Big Bang theory
  • Learn about the evolution of the universe and the formation of galaxies
  • Explore the latest research and discoveries in the field

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the scientific process and the role of evidence in developing theories
  • Gain a deep understanding of the Big Bang theory and its implications
  • Develop critical thinking and analytical skills

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of physics and astronomy
  • Familiarity with scientific terminology

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Video Lectures

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We have learned a lot recently about how the Universe evolved in 13.7 billion years since the Big Bang. More than 80% of matter in the Universe is mysterious Dark Matter, which made stars and galaxies to form. The newly discovered Higgs-boson became frozen into the Universe a trillionth of a second after the Big Bang and brought order to the Universe. Yet we still do not know how ordinary matter (atoms) survived against total annihilation by Anti-Matter. The expansion of the Universe started acceleration about 7 billion years ago and the Universe is being ripped apart. The culprit is Dark Energy, a mysterious energy multiplying in vacuum. I will present evidence behind these startling discoveries and discuss what we may learn in the near future.

Outline

  • From Daily Life to the Big Bang
  • Course Preview
  • Introduction
  • 1-1 Night and Day, and Four Seasons
  • 1-2 Revolution of the Earth
  • 1-3 Why Elliptic?
  • 1-4 Why Does Everything Fall the Same Way?
  • 1-5 Beginning of the Universe Look Far into the Past I
  • 1-6 Beginning of the Universe Look Far into the Past II
  • 1-7 Beginning of the Universe Look Far into the Past III
  • 1-8 Beginning of the Universe Look Far into the Past IV
  • 1-9 Beginning of the Universe Look Far into the Past V
  • 1-10 Cosmic Expansion
  • Course Description
  • Syllabus
  • About Optional Challenge Problems
  • Practice Quiz 1-1
  • Practice Quiz 1-2
  • Graded Quiz 1-1
  • Practice Quiz 1-3
  • Practice Quiz 1-4
  • Graded Quiz 1-2
  • Practice Quiz 1-5
  • Practice Quiz 1-6
  • Practice Quiz 1-7
  • Practice Quiz 1-8
  • Practice Quiz 1-9
  • Practice Quiz 1-10
  • Graded Quiz 1-3
  • Optional Challenge Problem 1

  • Birth of Elements and Higgs Boson
  • 2-1 Birth of Elements I
  • 2-2 Birth of Elements II
  • 2-3 Birth of Elements III
  • 2-4 Birth of Elements IV
  • 2-5 Birth of Elements V
  • 2-6 Higgs Boson Frozen into the Universe I
  • 2-7 Higgs Boson Frozen into the Universe II
  • 2-8 Higgs Boson Frozen into the Universe III
  • 2-9 Higgs Boson Frozen into the Universe IV
  • Practice Quiz 2-1
  • Practice Quiz 2-2
  • Practice Quiz 2-3
  • Practice Quiz 2-4
  • Practice Quiz 2-5
  • Graded Quiz 2-1
  • Practice Quiz 2-6
  • Practice Quiz 2-7
  • Practice Quiz 2-8
  • Practice Quiz 2-9
  • Graded Quiz 2-2

  • Dark Matter and Anti-Matter
  • 3-1 Power Spectrum
  • 3-2 Dark Matter I
  • 3-3 Dark Matter II
  • 3-4 Nature of Dark Matter I
  • 3-5 Nature of Dark Matter II
  • 3-6 Neutrinos and Anti-Matter I
  • 3-7 Neutrinos and Anti-Matter II
  • 3-8 Neutrinos and Anti-Matter III
  • About Optional Challenge Problems
  • Practice Quiz 3-1
  • Practice Quiz 3-2
  • Practice Quiz 3-3
  • Practice Quiz 3-4
  • Practice Quiz 3-5
  • Graded Quiz 3-1
  • Practice Quiz 3-6
  • Practice Quiz 3-7
  • Practice Quiz 3-8
  • Graded Quiz 3-2
  • Optional Challenge Problem 2

  • Inflation and Dark Energy
  • 4-1 Inflation and Uncertainty Principle I (Inflation)
  • 4-2 Inflation and Uncertainty Principle II (Uncertainty Principle I )
  • 4-3 Inflation and Uncertainty Principle III (Uncertainty Principle II )
  • 4-4 Fate of the Universe
  • 4-5 Dark Energy
  • 4-6 Big Rip
  • 4-7 Future Observations
  • 4-8 Wrap-up
  • Extra Lecture 1 Theoretical Discovery of Higgs Boson
  • Extra Lecture 2-1 Discovery of Neutrino Oscillations and Neutrino Mass I
  • Extra Lecture 2-2 Discovery of Neutrino Oscillations and Neutrino Mass II
  • Extra Lecture 3-1 Discovery of Gravitational Waves I
  • Extra Lecture 3-2 Discovery of Gravitational Waves II
  • Extra Lecture 3-3 Discovery of Gravitational Waves III
  • Extra Lecture 3-4 Discovery of Gravitational Waves IV
  • Introduction
  • Practice Quiz 4-1
  • Practice Quiz 4-2
  • Practice Quiz 4-3
  • Graded Quiz 4-1
  • Practice Quiz 4-4
  • Practice Quiz 4-5
  • Practice Quiz 4-6
  • Practice Quiz 4-7
  • Graded Quiz 4-2

Summary of User Reviews

The Big Bang course on Coursera received positive reviews from users. Many users found the course to be informative and engaging. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the Big Bang theory and its impact on the universe.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Comprehensive understanding of the Big Bang theory

Pros from User Reviews

  • Informative and engaging course
  • Great visuals and illustrations
  • Well-structured lessons and quizzes
  • Accessible for beginners and experts alike

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content to be too basic
  • Limited interaction with instructor or other students
  • Some technical issues with the platform
  • Lack of practical applications or real-world examples

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Approx. 30 hours to complete
Hitoshi Murayama
The University of Tokyo
Coursera

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Hitoshi Murayama

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