Course overview
Students develop their understanding of space science and astrophysics topics including protostars and star formation; stellar interiors and stellar evolution; supernovae and pulsars; introduction to the heliosphere; introduction to the local space environment; introduction to telescopes and astrophysical measurements.
- Astrophysical Scales, Units, And Coordinate Systems
- Astrophysical Emission Processes & Detection Of Astrophysical Emissions
- The Sun
- The Solar Wind & The Heliosphere
- The Solar Terrestrial Connection
- The Evolution Of Stars
Course learning outcomes
- Apply physical principles to describe and explain a variety of space plasma and astrophysical phenomena and processes
- Identify relevant characteristics and limitations of instrumentation designed for modern astrophysics and space science observations
- Use a range of equipment to make measurements and observations of space plasma or astrophysical phenomena
- Interpret measurements and observations of astrophysical or space plasma phenomena to infer the relevant physical processes
- Work in a small team to complete and report on a space science or astrophysics project
- Identify and extract relevant astrophysical concepts from the published literature in physics and astrophysics
Degree list
The following degrees include this course