May be repeated for credit. For students in astronomy who are prepared to undertake a limited research project under the guidance of a member of the staff of the Department of Astronomy. Open to qualified students in other departments subject to approval by concentration advisers and members of the staff of the Department of Astronomy. 216, and prior or concurrent enrollment in Phys. No astronomy course is a prerequisite, although students who have not had any astronomy may find it helpful to read an introductory text book for overviews.
Course work includes homework exercises, hour exams, and a final exam.
High Energy Astrophysics. 216, and prior or concurrent enrollment in Phys. Astronomical phenomena are often violent, naturally producing energetic particles under exotic circumstances. This course examines the underlying astrophysics of such objects. We begin with high energy radiation processes and basic fluid mechanics.