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PHY8004 Stellar Astronomy

Units : 2
School or Department : School of Mathematics, Physics & Computing
Grading basis : Graded
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Overview

This course forms a core coursework component for the Master of Science (Astronomy). The course provides an in-depth introduction to stellar astronomy, and develops more general knowledge and skills in the physical sciences through the use of assignments.

This course introduces stellar astronomy. Topics covered in this course include Binary Systems and Stellar Parameters, The Classification of Stellar Spectra, Stellar Atmospheres. The Interiors of Stars, The Sun, The Process of Star Formation, Post-Main-Sequence Stellar Evolution, Stellar Pulsation, Supernovae, The Degenerate Remnants of Stars, Black Holes, and Close Binary Star Systems. Additional topics develop scientific skills through the use of assignments.

Course offers

精东传媒app period Mode Campus
Semester 2, 2023 Online
Date printed 9 February 2024