PHY 252: Elementary Astrophysics - spring

Prerequisite: PHY 112 or 114 or permission of instructor

General Education requirement: Natural Science Technology

Broad introduction to astrophysics, exploring basic topics and modern developments in the field, such as telescopes, the electromagnetic spectrum, and physical properties of stars, as well as the evolution of stars from stellar nurseries to stellar death. Other subjects might include cosmology, celestial mechanics, the structure of the solar system, and the planets. Observations of celestial objects will be made at the university observatory. The course is designed for students in technical majors such as physics, engineering, and mathematics.

2024 Spring
Class#SctTypeSeatsUnits
13218 01 Lecture 25 3.00
Days Start End Location
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 10:00 AM EDT 10:50 AM EDT Science & Engr 102
Instructor: David Kagan Class status:
Prerequisite: PHY 112 or 114 or permission of instructor
Enrollment Section
Class instruction mode: In Person