PHYS 718 - Astrophysics for Secondary School Teachers

Institution:

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

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Description:

This course will provide an overview of astrophysics with an emphasis on astronomical examples that could be used by secondary school teachers in a general physics course. Topics covered include: gravity, relativity, star process (fusion), and cosmology (Universe, scaling, measurement). Participants must be certified to teach or be close to obtaining certification with instructor's approval.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.uwrf.edu

Phone Number:

(715) 425-3913

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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