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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Introduction to the physics and chemistry of planets and their natural satellites, asteroids, and comets. Topics include history of the solar system; origin and evolution of planets, their internal structure and atmospheres; and analytical techniques used in remote and in situ study. Prerequisites MATH 213 and PHYS 160. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Comprehensive introduction to observational and theoretical aspects of the study of galaxies. Topics include our own galaxy, normal galaxies and their hierarchical structures (groups and clusters), star forming and active galaxies, and colliding galaxies. Prerequisites MATH 214, ASTR 328, and PHYS 308. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Independent work under guidance of faculty member on research project in experimental, observational, or theoretical astronomy. Prerequisites 15 credits of ASTR courses. Notes Students may not receive more than 6 credits of ASTR 408 and 409. Written report on project required. May be taken twice with department permission. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 On-the-job experience for astronomy majors in industry or government laboratories, including summer research programs. Students work in observational, experimental, or theoretical astronomy, and prepare written report at end of internship. Prerequisites 75 credits, 15 ASTR credits, and permission of department. Notes See department for other requirements and application procedure prior to enrollment. Students may not receive more than 6 credits of ASTR 408 and 409. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Cross-Listed with PHYS 428 Special relativity; four-dimensional space-time; general relativity; non-Euclidean geometries, geodesics, and field equations; tests of general theory of relativity; black holes; cosmology; models of the universe; remnant blackbody radiation; big bang cosmology; thermodynamics; and the universe. Prerequisites MATH 214; PHYS 303, 305, and 262; or permission of instructor. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Capstone course providing a learning experience, integrating knowledge from previous astronomy courses with selected readings from current scientific papers and an opportunity to effectively present that synthesis. Emphasizes student participation and student-led class discussions. Prerequisites Completion of ASTR core courses or concurrent enrollment in final core courses. Notes Required of all astronomy majors. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Survey of contemporary astrophysics. Topics include physical concepts, stellar spectra, Hertzsprung-Russell diagram, stellar atmospheres, stellar structure, interstellar matter, stellar evolution, high-energy phenomena, hydrodynamical processes in astrophysics, accretion disk formation, and shock formation. Prerequisites PHYS 303, 305, 308; MATH 214. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Cross-Listed with CSI 660 Survey of instruments, devices, and methods for space and planetary exploration, including remote sensing of Earth and other solar system bodies, and planned manned and unmanned missions by the United States and other countries. Prerequisites PHYS 262 and MATH 213. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Credits: 1-6 Advanced topics from recent theoretical or observational developments and their applications. Satisfies needs of professional community to keep abreast of current developments. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 0-6 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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3.00 Credits
Credits: 3 Physical processes in the interstellar media. Topics include the production and transfer of radiation, ionization and recombination, atomic and molecular excitation, dust physics, gas heating and cooling, and star formation. Prerequisites PHYS 402 or permission of instructor. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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