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 advisors and members of the staff of the Department of Astronomy. Check Times, Location, and Availability 402. 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.
Open only to senior concentrators. Student-faculty discussion of selected problems in two or three currently active areas. This is also the Astronomy Department's senior writing course. Attendance at weekly department colloquia is required.