General Relativity

PHY 6938 - Fall 2026

Syllabus

Homework problems:

HW 1: Do not hand in. - See problem book for solutions

HW 2: Do not hand in. - See problem book for solutions

HW 3: Due 2/19/2026 - Solutions

HW 4: Do not hand in. - See problem book for solutions

HW 5: Do not hand in. - See problem book for solutions

HW 6: Due 4/6/2026 - Solutions

HW 7: Do not hand in. - See problem book for solutions

HW 8: Do not hand in. - See problem book for solutions

HW 9: Due 4/30/2026 at 17:00

Exams:

Midterm Exam: 3/26/2026 in class
This exam covers the fundamental mathematical tools and concepts of GR. No notes, books or internet access are allowed during the exam.

Final Exam: 5/5/2026 from 1:15pm - 3:45pm in SE 319
The final exam is cumulative and covers all we have done in class or in the homework.
Note: Students are allowed to bring one sheet of letter size paper with handwritten notes.