ASTR 117

Introduction to Extragalactic Astrophysics

Astronomy · 4 units · Undergraduate upper division (100-199)

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Open to qualified sophomore and upper-division students. Introduction to formation and evolution of universe from Big Bang to structure formation and galaxy evolution. Development of physics behind our modern understanding of universe on large scales. Including role of dark matter and dark energy. Introduction of energetic phenomena such as active galactic nuclei and quasars.

P/NP or letter grading.

Requisites

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Requisites: courses 81, 115, Mathematics 31A, 31B, and Physics 1A or 1AH.

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ASTR 117

ASTR 81Fundamentals of Astrophysics
- MATH 31ADifferential and Integral Calculusanother path to it
- PHYSICS 1APhysics for Scientists and Engineers: Mechanicsanother path to it
- MATH 31BIntegration and Infinite Seriesanother path to it
ASTR 115

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ASTR 117

ASTR 127Stars from Birth to Death
ASTR 140Galaxies
ASTR 141Cosmology
ASTR 142Data and Computation in Astrophysics
ASTR 144Star Formation and Interstellar Medium
ASTR 146