PHYS 4350 ASTROPHYSICS (3 credits)
This course introduces the fundamentals of astrophysics to students with a prior knowledge of physics and mathematics. A review will be given of light and telescopes, classical and quantum mechanics and special relativity. Basic laws of physics will be applied to various topics such as: the sun, nuclear fusion and particle physics, evolution and end state of stars, interstellar medium, galaxies and cosmology. (Cross-listed with PHYS 8356)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2130 or 4200 and MATH 1970. Recommended: PHYS 1350.