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402-0263-00L 8 Credits BSC , SHE D-CHAB , D-PHYS
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Astrophysics I

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Alexandre Refregier
Physics BSc students with programme regulations 2016 need to register for "402-0263-10L Astrophysics". A repetition week is offered in the middle of the semester.
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Abstract

This introductory course will develop basic concepts in astrophysics as applied to the understanding of the physics of planets, stars, galaxies, and the Universe.

Objective

The course provides an overview of fundamental concepts and physical processes in astrophysics with the dual goals of: i) illustrating physical principles through a variety of astrophysical applications; and ii) providing an overview of research topics in astrophysics.

Resources

Literature

Astrophysics for physicist, Arnab Ray Choudhuri

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , SHE
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 180 minutes
Aids
Short notes allowed (maximum 4 A4 pages)

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Astrophysics I
  • Tue 09:45-11:30 (HPV G 5)
  • Wed 11:45-12:30 (HPV G 5)
3 h weekly
exercise Astrophysics I
  • Thu 07:45-09:30 (HIT J 51)
  • Thu 07:45-09:30 (HIT J 52)
  • Thu 07:45-09:30 (HIT K 51)
  • Fri 09:45-11:30 (HCI F 8)
  • Fri 09:45-11:30 (HIL E 5)
  • Fri 09:45-11:30 (HIL E 9)
2 h weekly

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