PHSCS 611
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Stellar Astrophysics 1
Course Description
Theory of stellar atmospheres and the internal structure of stars.
When Taught
Contact Department
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Instructor's consent.
Title
Electromagnetic Radiation and the Transfer Equation
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate a quantitative understanding of the principles of radiation fields, electromagnetic radiation, and radiative transfer by solving problems.
Title
Stellar Models
Learning Outcome
Display a qualitative understanding of the physics of stellar models.
Title
Stellar Atmospheres
Learning Outcome
Display an understanding of concepts related to the theory of stellar atmospheres including: opacity, optical depth, emissivity, statistical equilibrium, etc.
Title
The Physics of Spectral Lines
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of how spectral lines form in stellar atmospheres and the knowledge that can be obtained from their study.
