Universität Wien

260072 VO History of Physics (2025W)

with a special focus on physics at the University of Vienna and the participation of women

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 26 - Physik
Moodle
We 17.12. 11:15-12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien

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Details

Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

The course on October 29 is canceled!

  • Wednesday 01.10. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 08.10. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 15.10. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 22.10. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 29.10. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 05.11. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 12.11. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 19.11. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 26.11. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 03.12. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 10.12. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 07.01. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 14.01. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Wednesday 21.01. 11:15 - 12:45 Erwin-Schrödinger-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 5. Stk., 1090 Wien

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The aim of this lecture is to learn about the development of important ideas and concepts in the history of physics from antiquity to the beginning of the 20th century, taking into account the contribution of women and with a special focus on physics at the University of Vienna.
The course draws on the extensive material of Franz Sachslehner, the long-time director of the historical collection of the Faculty of Physics and this lecture.

Assessment and permitted materials

Oral examination, approx. 20 minutes.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The minimum requirement for a positive grade is basic knowledge/answers to questions relating to the content of the course.

Examination topics

The contents of the lecture are examined.

Reading list

Literature will be announced in the course, Lecture slides will be provided on Moodle.

Association in the course directory

M-ERG, UF MA PHYS 01a, UF MA PHYS 01b

Last modified: Tu 28.10.2025 19:46