Astronomy 228 - Astrophysics I: Stars/Galaxies
Spring
2017
01
4.00
Jason Young
M 04:15PM-05:15PM;M 05:15PM-07:00PM
Mount Holyoke College
98498
Kendade 107;Kendade G06
jyoung@mtholyoke.edu
A calculus-based introduction to the properties, structure, formation, and evolution of stars and galaxies. The laws of gravity, thermal physics, and atomic physics provide a basis for understanding observed properties of stars, interstellar gas, and dust. We apply these concepts to develop an understanding of stellar atmospheres, interiors, and evolution, the interstellar medium, and the Milky Way and other galaxies.
Prereq: PHYS-110 and MATH-102.
This course meets from 4:15pm-7pm on Mondays, starting in the lecture, then moving to the lab at 5:15pm.