PHYS 301 - Stellar Astrophysics I

Description:
Introduction to and application of physical principles, including; relativity, quantum theory, and classical physics associated with the characterization of astrophysical systems.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 101, PHYS 183, and MATH 173.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Learner Outcome	Activity (optional)	Assessment
Students will describe (quantitatively and qualitatively) how astronomers observe the basic properties (size, mass, distance) of stars.	Lecture, discussion, quantitative and qualitative problem-solving	Exams, homework, star presentation
Students will apply what is learned from studying the light from stars.	Lecture, discussion, quantitative and qualitative problem-solving	Exams, homework, star presentation
Students will make supportable inferences about what can be learned from the movement of binary stars.	Lecture, discussion, quantitative and qualitative problem-solving	Exams, homework
Students will describe and use the stellar classification scheme.	Lecture, discussion, quantitative and qualitative problem-solving	Exams, homework, star presentation
Students will explain the physical processes that occur on the surface and in the interior of stars, including our Sun.	Lecture, discussion, quantitative and qualitative problem-solving	Exams, homework, star presentation