Course - Astrophysics - FY2450
FY2450
This course has academic overlap with the course in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.
Astrophysics
Credits
7.5
Level
Intermediate course, level II
Course start
Spring 2011
Duration
1 semester
Language of instruction
English and norwegian
Examination arrangement
Written examination
About
About the course
Course content
General introduction to astrophysics, including the Solar system, stars, evolution of stars, the Milky Way galaxy,
galaxies, the Universe, cosmology.
Learning outcome
Basic knowledge about the Solar system, stars, galaxies, the Universe, and understanding of relevant physical processes.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and problem sessions. At a re-sit examination the exam may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Recommended previous knowledge
Relevant knowledge: Equivalent to FY1001/TFY4145 Mechanical Physics, FY1006 Introduction to quantum physics/TFY4215 Chemical Physics and Quantum Mechanics, FY1005/TFY4165 Thermal Physics
Course materials
M. Kachelriess, A concise introduction to astrophysics.
M.L. Kutner, Astronomy: A physical perspective (Cambridge University Press 2003).
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| MNFFY250 | 7.5 sp |
Subject areas
- Astrophysics
- Astronomy
- Physics
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
Ordinary examination - Spring 2011
Written examination
Weighting
100/100
Date
2011-05-21
Time
09:00
Duration
4 timer
Place and room
Not specified yet.