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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.