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640-177 Stars and Galaxies | |
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Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 2 |
Coordinator | Dr A Melatos |
Prerequisites | No formal prerequisite but a familiarity with basic physical concepts will be assumed. |
Semester | 2 (view timetable) |
Contact | 36 lectures (three per week); 30 hours practical work (3 hours per week) |
Subject Description | The application of scientific ideas to understanding objects halfway across the universe has been a great triumph of modern science. The constituents of our galaxy, in particular stars, pulsars, and supernovae, and the formation and evolution of stars and galaxies will be discussed. The final part of this subject will discuss the structures of different galaxies, the techniques used to study them, and in particular their central regions which sometimes include quasars. Particular emphasis will be given to the latest discoveries in these areas. Familiarity will basic physical concepts will be assumed. |
Assessment | A 3-hour end-of-semester written examination (75%); continuously assessed practical work (25%). |
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