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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Science : Physics

640-177 Stars and Galaxies

Credit Points:

12.5

Coordinator:

Dr R Webster

Pre/Corequisite/s:

No formal prerequisite but a familiarity with basic physical concepts will be assumed.

Timetable:

Semester 2

Contact:

39 lectures (three a week) and 12 x 3-hour practical sessions

Objectives:

By the completion of the course the student should:

  • have a basic knowledge of the formation and evolution of stars and galaxies, and their distribution in the universe;

  • be familiar with the observational and theoretical techniques used to study these objects;

  • understand how the application of scientific ideas to studying distant astronomical objects has been a great triumph of modern science.

Content:

The constituents of our galaxy, in particular stars, pulsars, and supernova will be discussed in detail. The final part of the course will discuss the structures of different galaxies, and in particular their central regions which sometimes include quasars. Particular emphasis will be given to the latest discoveries in these areas.

Assessment:

A 3-hour end-of-semester written examination (75%); continuously assessed practical work (25%).

Prescribed Texts:

  • Morrison, Wolff and Fraknoi, Abell's Exploration of the Universe, 7th Ed.
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