402-0368-13L Extrasolar Planets
| Semester | Spring Semester 2017 |
| Lecturers | S. P. Quanz |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 402-0368-00 V | Extrasolar Planets | 2 hrs |
| S. P. Quanz | |||
| 402-0368-00 U | Extrasolar Planets | 1 hrs |
| S. P. Quanz |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | The course covers the physics of the planets in the solar and extra-solar systems and gives a description of planet formation and evolution models. Also discussed in detail are the observational methods for the detection and characterization of extra-solar planetary systems. |
| Learning objective | The course should provide useful basic knowledge for first research projects in the field of extra-solar planetary systems and related topics. |
| Content | Content of the lecture EXTRASOLAR PLANETS 1. Introduction: Planets in the astrophysical context 2. Planets in the solar systems 3. Detecting extra-solar planetary systems 4. Properties of planetary systems 5. Intrinsic properties of extra-solar planets 6. Planet formation 7. Search for bio-signatures |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 6 credits |
| Examiners | S. P. Quanz |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | oral 30 minutes |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
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Groups
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Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
