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Ay 141 abc: Research Conference in Astronomy
3.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Oral reports on current research in astronomy, providing students an opportunity for practice in the organization and presentation of technical material. A minimum of two presentations will be expected from each student each year. In addition, students are encouraged to participate in a public-level representation of the same material for posting to an outreach website. This course fulfills the option communication requirement and is required of all astronomy graduate students who have passed their preliminary exams. It is also recommended for astronomy seniors. Graded pass/fail. (a) Cohen, Hallinan; (b) Hillenbrand, Johnson; (c) Scoville, Steidel .
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Ay 142: Research in Astronomy and Astrophysics
1.00 - 9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
The student should consult a member of the department and have a definite program of research outlined. Approval by the student’s adviser must be obtained before registering. 36 units of Ay 142 or Ay 143 required for candidacy for graduate students. Graded pass/fail.
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Ay 143: Reading and Independent Study
1.00 - 9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
The student should consult a member of the department and have a definite program of reading and independent study outlined. Approval by the student’s adviser must be obtained before registering. 36 units of Ay 142 or Ay 143 required for candidacy for graduate students. Graded pass/fail.
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Ay 159: Planetary Evolution and Habitability
9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Photochemistry of planetary atmospheres, comparative planetology, atmospheric evolution. What makes Earth habitable? Remote sensing of extrasolar planets, biosignatures. Instructor: Yung. Given in alternate years; offered 2012–13.
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Ay 190: Computational Astrophysics
9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Introduction to essential numerical analysis and computational methods in astrophyics and astrophysical data analysis. Basic numerical methods and techniques; N-body simulations; fluid dynamics (SPH/grid-based); MHD; radiation transport; reaction networks; data analysis methods; numerical relativity. Not offered 2012–13.
Prerequisite:
Ph 20–22 (undergraduates).
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Ay 20: Basic Astronomy and the Galaxy
10.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
The electromagnetic spectrum and basic radiative transfer; ground and space observing techniques; “pictorial Fourier description” of astrophysical optics; Kepler’s laws; exoplanets; stellar masses, distances, and motions; the birth, structure, evolution, and death of stars; the structure and dynamics of the Galaxy. Lessons will emphasize the use of order-of-magnitude calculations and scaling arguments in order to elucidate the physics of astrophysical phenomena. Short labs will introduce astronomical measurement techniques. Instructor: Johnson.
Prerequisite:
Ma 1 abc, Ph 1 abc or instructor’s permission.
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Ay 21: Galaxies and Cosmology
9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Cosmological models and parameters, extragalactic distance scale, cosmological tests; constituents of the universe, dark matter, and dark energy; thermal history of the universe, cosmic nucleosynthesis, recombination, and cosmic microwave background; formation and evolution of structure in the universe; galaxy clusters, large-scale structure and its evolution; galaxies, their properties and fundamental correlations; formation and evolution of galaxies, deep surveys; star formation history of the universe; quasars and other active galactic nuclei, and their evolution; structure and evolution of the intergalactic medium; diffuse extragalactic backgrounds; the first stars, galaxies, and the reionization era. Instructor: Djorgovski.
Prerequisite:
Ma 1 abc, Ph 1 abc or instructor’s permission.
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Ay 211: Contemporary Extragalactic Astronomy
9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Topics in extragalactic astronomy and cosmology, including observational probes of dark matter and dark energy; cosmological backgrounds and primordial element abundances; galaxy formation and evolution, including assembly histories, feedback and environmental effects; physics of the intergalactic medium; the role of active galactic nuclei; galactic structure and stellar populations; future facilities and their likely impact in the field. Not offered 2012–13.
Prerequisite:
Ay 123, Ay 124, and Ay 127.
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Ay 215: Seminar in Theoretical Astrophysics
9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Course for graduate students and seniors in astronomy and planetary science. Students will be required to lead some discussions. Topic will be selected based on student interest. Not offered 2012–13.
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Ay 218: Extrasolar Planets
9.00 Credits
California Institute of Technology
Close to 500 planets have been identified in orbit around normal stars. Astronomers are now embarking on understanding the statistics of extrasolar planet populations and characterizing with great precision individual planets, namely, determining their masses, radii, and in some cases, diagnosing their atmospheres. The course will review the state of extrasolar planets, take up case studies, and anticipate findings. Not offered: 2012–13.
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