PHYS 810 (01) - Astrophysics I

Astrophysics I

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences::Physics
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 12 
Term:  Fall 2025 - Full Term (08/25/2025 - 12/08/2025)
CRN:  16432
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
A comprehensive review of modern astrophysics. Topics covered include the celestial sphere, celestial mechanics, the tools of the modern astronomer (including different types of telescopes for studying the electromagnetic radiation from space), stellar spectra, stellar atmospheres, stellar interiors, the formation of stars, stellar evolution, and the stellar graveyard (white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes).
Cross Listed With : PHYS 710 (01)
Equivalent(s):  EOS 810
Instructors:  Francois Foucart

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/25/2025 12/8/2025 MWF 10:10am - 11:00am DEM 251