Online Class: Cosmology 101 — A Simple Guide to the Universe
no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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14Lessons
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16Exams &
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8Hours
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0.8CEUs
Course Description
Cosmology 101: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Universe
In a vast universe filled with unimaginable wonders and secrets, there's no shortage of mysteries to be unraveled. Our course, Cosmology 101, is crafted to guide you through a profound journey across time and space, delving into the intricate fabric of the cosmos.
From the earliest human perceptions of the universe to the most recent scientific breakthroughs, we aim to offer you a comprehensive understanding of cosmology, the study of the universe's origin, evolution, and eventual fate.
Course Highlights
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Discovering The Early Universe: Dive deep into the world of cosmology, beginning with its foundational concepts. Here, you'll understand the confluence of religious, cultural, and scientific perspectives that have shaped our view of the cosmos through the ages.
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The Origins And Early Days Of Exploration: Step into the minds of ancient civilizations and understand the cosmos from their perspective. This module unravels the trailblazing discoveries from the times of the Greeks to the Copernican revolution.
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Size, Shape & Age Of Our Universe: Explore the fundamental principles that govern the universe. From Newton's groundbreaking laws of motion to Einstein's relativity, you'll grasp the magnitude and intricacies of our cosmic home.
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Cosmology Beyond Boundaries: Understand that cosmology isn't solely rooted in science. It extends beyond theology and science fiction, intertwining with alternative theories and beliefs about life's origins and the suitability of our universe for life.
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Creation and Collapse of the Universe: Grasp the principles of the Big Bang and other theories like the Big Crunch. Dive into the mysteries of ancient radiation and explore the potential reversal of gravity.
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Building Our Own Universe: Uncover the fundamental building blocks of the universe. From the basic atom to the complexities of quantum mechanics, this module offers a glimpse into the universe's microscopic world.
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Natural Forces And Their Impact: Explore the forces that hold the universe together. Delve into quantum gravity and understand the visible and invisible forces that shape our reality.
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Into the Abyss - Dark Secrets of the Cosmos: Understand the enigmatic dark matter and dark energy, fundamental constants, and the intricate balance that sustains our universe.
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The Cosmic Chemistry: Discover the elemental makeup of the universe. Learn about the formation of elements post the Big Bang and the chemical barriers that exist.
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Stellar Genesis: Understand the life cycle of stars, the stories they tell, and the secrets of black holes. Delve into the birth of galaxies and the mysteries they hold.
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Time Travel - Beyond Now: Explore the concepts of time, from Einstein's theories to the fascinating prospects of time dilation and travel.
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Legends of Cosmology: Appreciate the monumental contributions of legendary figures like Pythagoras, Galileo, Newton, and Einstein, whose work laid the foundations of our cosmic understanding.
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Pioneering Cosmological Discoveries: Get acquainted with the latest tools and discoveries that have expanded our understanding of the universe, from the Hubble Telescope to CERN.
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The Cosmic Endgame: Ponder on the eventual fate of our universe. Will it end in a Big Chill, a Big Crunch, or perhaps a Big Rip?
Each lesson in this course is meticulously designed to offer a mix of theoretical knowledge, interactive assignments, and real-time evaluations, ensuring a holistic learning experience.
Enroll in Cosmology 101 and journey through the cosmos, understanding its past, present, and potential future. Allow us to guide you through the wonders of our universe, exploring the known and venturing into the unknown.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Discovering the Early Universe
- Lesson 1 Video
- Lesson discussions: Learning about Cosmology; Reasons for Taking this Course
- Complete Assignment: Course Introduction and Goals
- Assessment: Lesson 1: Discovering the early Universe
Lesson 2: The Origins and Early Days of Exploration
- Lesson 2 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 2: The origins and early days of exploration
Lesson 3: Shape of Our Universe & Introduction to Stars
- Lesson 3 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 3: Size, shape & age of our Universe
Lesson 4: Cosmology isn't Theology or Science Fiction
- Lesson 4 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 4: Cosmology isn't theology or science fiction – Science is about making testable predi
Lesson 5: Off With A Bang
- Lesson 5 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 5: Off with a bang
Lesson 6: Building Our Own Universe
- Lesson 6 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 6: Building our own Universe
Lesson 7: Natural Forces and The Role They Play
- Lesson 7 Video
- Lesson discussions: Natural Forces
- Assessment: Lesson 7: Natural forces and the role they play
Lesson 8: In the Dark
- Lesson 8 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 8: In the dark
Lesson 9: Is the Universe Really Just a Big Chemistry Set?
- Lesson 9 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 9: In the Universe really just a big chemistry set?
Lesson 10: Making Stars, Solar Systems, and Galaxies
- Lesson 10 Video
- Lesson discussions: Naming Stars
- Assessment: Lesson 10: Making stars, solar systems & galaxies
Lesson 11: Time Travel
- Lesson 11 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 11: Time travel
Lesson 12: The Greats & What They Have Done for Our Understanding of the Universe
- Lesson 12 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 12: The greats & what they have done for our understanding of the Universe
Lesson 13: The Greatest Cosmological Advances
- Lesson 13 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 13: The greatest cosmological advances
Lesson 14: The End
- Lesson 14 Video
- Lesson discussions: Your Opinion Matters: Course Rating; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
- Assessment: Lesson 14: The end
- Assessment: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the early universe.
- Summarize the origins and early days of exploration.
- Describe the size, shape and age of the universe.
- Summarize the events of the Big Bang.
- Describe how the universe was built.
- Define natural forces.
- Summarize how stars, solar systems and galaxies were formed.
- Summarize theories about time travel.
- Summarize the greatest cosmological advances and the people who helped discover them.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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