My Learning

A continuous log of the courses I'm taking, the technical skills I'm developing, and the media I'm consuming during my gap year to broaden my engineering and physics knowledge.

Technical Courses & Skills

Python Masterclass
Course

Python Masterclass

A week long course following the first 12 weeks of the university curriculum.

Completed
Welding
Skill

Stick Welding

Self taught skill practiced on spare scrap metal to improve my ability. Working towards becoming more experienced in this field.

In Progress
CAD Design
Skill

CAD Design

Personally used to create 3D models for engineering projects and 3D printing. Looking to further my skills in the future.

In Progress

Physics Reading List

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Literature

'Quantum' by Manjit Kumar

Exploring the historical and scientific debates that shaped modern quantum mechanics, specifically the ideological battles between Einstein and Bohr.

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Literature

'Special Relativity and Classical Field Theory' by Leonard Susskind

Deepening my mathematical and theoretical understanding of the foundations of special relativity.

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Literature

'The Tao of Physics' by Fritjof Capra

Exploring the parallels between modern physics and Eastern mysticism

Media & Podcasts

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Podcast

'The Infinite Monkey Cage' by Brian Cox and Robin Ince

Exploring all facets of science and the universe in a humorous and engaging manner.

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Media

Alpha Phoenix

A youtube channel based aroud DIY physics experiments to educate and demonstrate scientific concepts.

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Media

Float Head Physics

A youtube channel which aims to explain incredibly complex physics concepts in an accessible way.

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