402-0263-00L  Astrophysics I

SemesterAutumn Semester 2015
LecturersA. Refregier
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish


AbstractThis introductory course will develop basic concepts in astrophysics as applied to the understanding of the physics of planets, stars, galaxies, and the Universe.
ObjectiveThe course provides an overview of fundamental concepts and physical processes in astrophysics with the dual goals of: i) illustrating physical principles through a variety of astrophysical applications; and ii) providing an overview of research topics in astrophysics.