851-0144-20L  Philosophical Aspects of Quantum Physics

SemesterAutumn Semester 2019
LecturersR. Renner
Periodicitytwo-yearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentParticularly suitable for students of D-CHAB, D-PHYS



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
851-0144-20 SPhilosophical Aspects of Quantum Physics2 hrs
Thu16:15-18:00RZ F 21 »
19.09.16:15-18:00NO C 60 »
R. Renner

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AbstractThis course provides an introduction to philosophical issues about quantum physics. In particular, we will examine key concepts (such as locality and time) and different interpretations of quantum mechanics (such as the many-worlds interpretation).
ObjectiveBy the end of the course students are able to describe and compare different interpretations of quantum mechanics. They have the necessary background to identify and examine features and problems of interpretations and, more generally, of key concepts of quantum physics, such as the transition between quantum and classical systems.

The course is part of ETH's "Critical Thinking"-Initiative. It provides students an opportunity to see how established knowledge can be challenged. Giving a presentation and actively participating in discussions (both verbally and in writing) is key to a successful completion of the course.

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Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits3 credits
ExaminersR. Renner
Typegraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.

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ProgrammeSectionType
Doctoral Department of Humanities, Social and Political SciencesDoctoral and Post-Doctoral CoursesWInformation
History and Philosophy of Knowledge MasterSeminarsWInformation
GESS Science in PerspectivePhilosophyWInformation
GESS Science in PerspectiveD-CHABWInformation
GESS Science in PerspectiveD-PHYSWInformation