ASTR 301 - The Dynamical Universe

Institution:

California State University-Northridge

Subject:

Physics and Astronomy

Description:

Preparatory: MATH 150B; PHYS 220A or 225; and completion of the Lower Division Writing Requirement. Applications of Newtonian and relativistic dynamics to astrophysical systems. Planetary and satellite motion, planetary rings, binary and multiple star systems, clusters of stars, dynamics of spiral and elliptical galaxies, missing mass of galaxy clusters, relativistic orbits (Mercury and the binary pulsar), black holes, dynamical fate of the universe.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csun.edu

Phone Number:

(818) 677-1200

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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