PHYS 746 - Principles of Astrophysics

Credits: 3

This is an astrophysics course for physics graduate students. The course will cover the basics of observational techniques, structure and evolution of stars, interstellar medium and star formation, structure and properties of the Milky Way and nearby galaxies, and generation and transfer of radiation in astrophysical environments.

Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C+ in undergraduate modern physics, classical mechanics, and thermal physics (PHYS 307, 503,506, if taken at USC). Students without these will need to obtain consent of instructor.

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