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ASTR231
Stellar Structure and Evolution
ASTR231 FA
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 50 | 22 | Times: .T.T... 2:40PM-4:00PM; | No | Yes |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999
)
Some basic concepts of astrophysics are introduced and
applied to stars, including the equation of radiative
transfer, emission and absorption processes, convective
energy transport, equations of state, line broadening, etc.
Stellar atmospheres and interiors are discussed, as well as
evolutionary process.
MAJOR READINGS
One book. Several papers.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Weekly or bi-weekly problem
sets, 2 hour exams, 1 final exam.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Prerequisites:
ASTR155 and ASTR211
- Section 01
- Herbst, W
- Times: .T.T... 2:40PM- 4:00PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
- Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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