PTYS/ASTR 545 Stars and Planets

This course will explore the physical principles that govern the structure and evolution of stars and planets. Topics covered will include stellar structure, energy generation and transport, and equations of state. Applying physical models and computational methods, fundamental properties of stars and planets will be derived, and compared with observational constraints. Identical to: ASTR 545; ASTR is home department. Usually offered: Fall.

Course Level
PTYS Graduate Elective
Course Level Other
PTYS Graduate Elective
Course Credits
3
Course Type
Graduate
Semester Section Number Instructor(s) Day/Time Location Resources
Spring 2024 1 Kratter Tuesday, Thursday 2:00-3:15p.m. SO 208
Spring 2025 1 Fields Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00-11:50a.m. SO 208