ASP2022

Astronomy - the stars and beyond

(SCI)

Professor John Pilbrow (Department of Physics)

6 points + Three 1-hour lectures/tutorial and 3-hour laboratory class per week + Second Semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: 12 points of physics or astronomy at first-year level + Prohibitions: ASP2042, PHS2222

Synopsis: An introduction to astrophysics, in which physical ideas gained in first year Physics or Astronomy are developed and used to understand how data from the cosmos are obtained and interpreted. Laboratory work covering experimental techniques in astronomy involves individual and group activity and projects. Topics include the stars, the Milky Way, galaxies, quasars, black holes and cosmology.

Assessment: Examination (3 hours): 60% + Laboratory: 30% + Project: 10%