PHSCS 228
Stellar and Extragalactic Astronomy
Physics and 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
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
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>
