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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
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ASTR 40100 - Introduction To Astrophysics
This course is an overview of astrophysics with an emphasis on how physics is applied to astronomy. It will explore the fundamental physical concepts and apply basic principles such as Newton’s laws of motion, Newtonian gravitation and orbital mechanics, electromagnetic waves and behavior, kinetic theory of gases, special and general relativity, and quantum mechanics to astronomical systems.
Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 25100 with a Grade of C- or better and MA 26100.
Cr. 3.
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