PHYS 521 — Astrophysics

An advanced course in modern astrophysics, covering topics such as the basic tools of astronomy (statistics, mathematical methods, computational tools, and instrumentation); stellar astrophysics (properties, structure, atmospheres, binaries/exoplanets); the interstellar medium, star formation, stellar evolution and endpoints (white dwarfs, neutron stars, black holes); and the Milky Way, galaxies, and cosmology.

• Rating: 5.00 out of 5 from 38 student reviews
• Difficulty: 4.00 out of 5
• Credits: 3
• Faculty: Faculty of Science
• Department: Physics
• Taught by: Daryl Haggard

Sections offered

• Section 001 (Lec), Mon Wed 1:05-2:25 pm — 13 seats open