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3.00 Credits
Description: Interpretation of astronomical spectra: basic aspects of atomic and molecular spectra and processes that enable one to infer physical conditions in astronomical environments from analysis of their electromagnetic spectra. Familiarity with basic quantum mechanics is assumed. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Usually offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Description: Equations of stellar structure, virial theory, energy transport, equations of state, opacities, nuclear reactions, stellar models, evolution of low and high mass stars, observational tests, rotation and magnetic fields, binary evolution. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Usually offered: Spring.
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3.00 Credits
Description: The purpose of this course is to present an introduction to the physics of the Sun. The course begins with a discussion of the standard solar model, the solar-neutrino problem, and observational techniques. Long-term variability in the total irradiance, sunspot number, and diameter, and its effect on Earth's climate will be addressed in some detail. Other topics include the physics of the solar interior, solar oscillations, and solar composition. This course will also introduce the equations of magnetohydrodynamics and apply them to important solar-physics problems, such as: the solar magnetic dynamo, stability of prominences, physics of sunspots and flares, and heating of the solar atmosphere. The emphasis throughout will be on basic physical processes and the various approximations used in their application to concrete problems. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Identical to: PTYS 537; PTYS is home department. Usually offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Description: Planning and assessment in space science teaching, identification and correction of student misconceptions, management of classroom discourse, and use of technology for data collection and analysis. Graduate level requirements include two additional critical review projects, one of which must be suitable for submission to Astronomy Education Review as a scholarly review. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. May be convened with: ASTR 439. Usually offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Description: Observational properties of galaxies; structure, kinematics, star and gas content. Structure of our own galaxy. Dynamics of stellar systems: equilibria, instabilities, internally and externally driven evolution. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Usually offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Description: The structure, origin and evolution of the physical universe from theory and observations of systems outside our own galaxy. Relativistic cosmology; galaxy evolution and clustering; active galaxies and quasars; the microwave background; galaxy formation; the hot big bang; and physics of the early universe. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Prerequisite(s): ASTR 540. Usually offered: Spring.
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3.00 Credits
Description: In-depth class about the planet Mars, including origin and evolution, geophysics, geology, atmospheric science, climate change, the search for life, and the history and future of Mars exploration. There will be guest lectures from professors and research scientists with expertise about aspects of Mars. The course will include visits to Mars exploration centers at the University of Arizona and Arizona State University, including the operations center for the Gamma Ray Spectrometer on the Mars Odyssey spacecraft, currently orbiting Mars, and an all-day trip to the Mars Space Flight Facility at Arizona State University, operations center for experiments on the Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Odyssey, and Mars Exploration Rovers. There will be lots of discussion of recent results and scientific controversies about Mars. Graduate-level requirements include the completion of a research project that will be presented in class as well as a report. The research project could be analysis of Mars datasets, a laboratory experiment, or new theoretical modeling. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Prerequisite(s): PTYS 511, Geology of the Solar System is strongly recommended but not required. Identical to: PTYS 542; PTYS is home department. May be convened with: ASTR 442. Usually offered: Spring.
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3.00 Credits
Description: Radiative transfer, gray atmosphere, opacity, line formation, non-LTE, curves of growth, stellar hydrodynamics, planetary applications. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Identical to: PTYS 545. Usually offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Description: Dynamical processes affecting the orbital evolution of planets, asteroids, and satellites, and the rotational evolution of solid bodies. Emphasizes modern nonlinear dynamics and chaos. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Prerequisite(s): MATH 254, PHYS 422 or consult department before enrolling. Identical to: PTYS 553; PTYS is home department. Usually offered: Spring.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Description: Students will discuss their current or recent experiences as a student. They will also learn how to create productive learning environments by reviewing research on the nature of teaching and learning; setting course goals and objectives; using interactive lectures, peer instruction, engaging demonstrations, collaborative groups, tutorials, and ranking tasks; and observing other instructors. Students will conduct a collaborative research project of their choosing related to astronomy and space science. The course will culminate with students presenting mock lectures using these techniques. Graduate-level requirements are based a higher level of expectation for equal achievement. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Prerequisite(s): Student must be an Astronomy or Planetary Science undergraduate or graduate major or by consent of instructor. Typical structure: 1 hour laboratory, 1 hour lecture, 1 hour discussion. Identical to: PTYS 555. May be convened with: ASTR 455. Usually offered: Fall, Spring.
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