Astronomy 397B - ST-Planets Around Other Stars
Spring
2014
01
1.00
Martha Hanner
F 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
53370
Thousands of planets have now been discovered orbiting other stars. Discussion will focus on selected readings from the astronomical literature covering the major detection techniques, trends in discoveries so far, implications of the discoveries, and future directions.
This course is open to Astronomy Majors only Students who do not meet eligibility requirements may seek permission from the instructor to enroll.