Familiarity with basic quantum mechanics is assumed. Structure of our own galaxy. The structure, origin and evolution of the physical universe from theory and observations of systems outside our own galaxy. P, ASTR 540. A survey of the origin of the elements in stars and the Big Bang.
Preceptors assist as part of a teaching team with the professor and graduate teaching assistant.
The course will discuss the means by which astronomers measure the direction of propagation, the intensity, the spectral distribution and the polarization of light from celestial objects. Instrumentation and analytic tool for both space based and ground based facilities will be discussed. Students will play an active role in the researching and in the presentation of the course material. This course is temporary and will be offered during Spring 2001 only. Contact department for a description of this course.