Introduction to Astrophysics

Introduction to Astrophysics
Principles and observational techniques of astrophysics.
PHSCS
427
 Hours3.0 Credit, 3.0 Lecture, 0.0 Lab
 PrerequisitesPHSCS 227 & PHSCS 228
 TaughtFall
 ProgramsContaining PHSCS 427
Course Outcomes

Synthesizing Relevant Journal Articles

Read multiple astronomy journal articles covering content from this course and synthesize the information to provide a clearly written discussion of the material.

Astrophysical Content

---Discuss conceptual understanding and work mathematical solutions of orbits related to the solar system, extra-solar planets, and binary stars.

---Discuss conceptual understanding and work mathematical solutions for the formation of spectral lines in astrophysical objects.

---Discuss conceptual understanding and work mathematical solutions for the basics of stellar structure and evolution.

Astronomical Writing Skills

Prepare an astronomy journal style article detailing a single astronomical topic related to class material. Do this with proper ethical considerations.