Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life

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Approx. 12 hours to complete

Course Summary

Learn about the fascinating world of Emergent Phenomena with this course. Discover how complex systems can exhibit unexpected and emergent behavior, and explore the applications of these phenomena in various fields.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the principles of Emergent Phenomena and how they apply to complex systems
  • Explore the behavior of complex systems and how it can lead to emergent phenomena
  • Learn about the applications of emergent phenomena in fields such as physics, biology, and social sciences

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the principles of Emergent Phenomena
  • Apply the principles of Emergent Phenomena to analyze complex systems
  • Explore the applications of Emergent Phenomena in various fields

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

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

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes and assignments

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Description

Before the advent of quantum mechanics in the early 20th century, most scientists believed that it should be possible to predict the behavior of any object in the universe simply by understanding the behavior of its constituent parts. For instance, if one could write down the equations of motion for every atom in a system, it should be possible to solve those equations (with the aid of a sufficiently large computing device) and make accurate predictions about that system’s future.

Outline

  • Welcome - Let's Get Started
  • Video Introduction: Concept of Emergence
  • Video Introduction: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Part 1
  • Video Introduction: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Part 2
  • Welcome Message
  • Course Overview
  • Thank you to the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center!
  • The Mystery of Foam
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Complex Fluids
  • Video: The Mystery of Foam
  • Video: Foam and Sand
  • Video: Sand Demonstration
  • Module Overview
  • Further Reading: Emergent Phenomena
  • Module 2 Quiz
  • Chaotic Dynamics
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Chaos Part 1
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Chaos Part 2
  • Video: Introduction to Chaotic Dynamics
  • Video: What causes chaotic behavior?
  • Video: The principles of chaotic dynamics
  • Video: Chaotic Dynamics and Fractals
  • Video: Don Saari Interview
  • Module Overview
  • Further Reading: Web Resources on Chaotic Dynamics and Fractals
  • Module 3 Quiz
  • Pattern Formation and Systems Biology
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Pattern Formation Part 1
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Pattern Formation Part 2
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Pattern Formation Part 3
  • Video: Patterns in One Dimension
  • Video: Turing
  • Video: How Plants Grow
  • Video: Fred Wan Interview
  • Video: Jun Allard Interview
  • Module Overview
  • Further Reading: Web Resources on Biological Pattern Formation
  • Module 4 Quiz
  • Quantum Coherence, Many-Body States, and Quantum Computing
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Quantum Mechanics
  • Video: Introduction to Emergence
  • Video: Describing Emergence
  • Video: Fractionalization Part 1
  • Video: Fractionalization Part 2
  • Video: Siddharth Parameswaran Interview
  • Module Overview
  • Further Reading: Reductionism, Entropy, and Randomness
  • Module 5 Quiz
  • Consciousness
  • Video: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center - Consciousness
  • Video: Fields of Consciousness
  • Video: Andrea Nicholas Interview
  • Module Overview
  • Further Reading: Web Resources on Consciousness
  • Module 6 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Coursera's Emergent Phenomena course has received positive reviews from learners across the globe. The course is highly appreciated for its engaging content, interactive learning modules, and experiential approach. One key aspect that many users loved about this course is its practical application of complex scientific concepts to real-world scenarios.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Engaging content
  • Interactive learning modules
  • Experiential approach
  • Practical application of complex scientific concepts

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some learners found the course challenging
  • Limited scope of topics covered
  • Lengthy course duration
  • No certification offered
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Michael Dennin, Jun Allard, Donald Saari, Andrea Nicholas, Fred Y.M. Wan, Siddharth A. Parameswaran
University of California, Irvine
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Michael Dennin

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