PHSCS 228
Stellar and Extragalactic Astronomy
Physics & Astronomy
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Stellar atmospheres, stellar interiors, stellar evolution, interstellar matter, galactic structure, external galaxies, and cosmology.
When taught
Winter.
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Stellar Populations and Galactic Structure
Learning Outcome
<p>Demonstrate an understanding of stellar populations and galactic structure;</p>
Title
Cosmology
Learning Outcome
<p>Display a qualitative grasp of up-to-date observational cosmology and solve elementary problems in theoretical cosmology.</p>
Title
The Milky Way and Other Galaxies
Learning Outcome
<p>Display a knowledge of the basic properties of galaxies and their formation and evolution;</p>
Title
The Interstellar Medium and Star Formation
Learning Outcome
<p>Display a qualitative and simple quantitative understanding of the role of the interstellar medium in star formation</p>
