PHSCS
611
Stellar Astrophysics 1
Hours
3.0 Credit, 3 Lecture, 0 Lab
Theory of stellar atmospheres and the internal structure of stars.
Electromagnetic Radiation and the Transfer Equation
Demonstrate a quantitative understanding of the principles of radiation fields, electromagnetic radiation, and radiative transfer by solving problems.
Stellar Atmospheres
Display an understanding of concepts related to the theory of stellar atmospheres including: opacity, optical depth, emissivity, statistical equilibrium, etc.
Stellar Models
Display a qualitative understanding of the physics of stellar models.
The Physics of Spectral Lines
Demonstrate an understanding of how spectral lines form in stellar atmospheres and the knowledge that can be obtained from their study.