PEP 506 Modern Astrophysics and Cosmology

Theories of the universe, general relativity, Big Bang cosmology, and the inflationary universe; and elementary particle theory and nucleosynthesis in the early universe. Observational cosmology; galaxy formation and galactic structure; and stellar evolution and formation of the elements. White dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes, planetary systems, and the existence of life in the universe.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Graduate Student or At Least Junior

Distribution

Department of Physics

Typically Offered Periods

Fall Semester