Mar 28, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

ASTR 36300 - The Solar System


This course is intended for students in science or engineering. The components of the course consist of an overview of solar system objects and an overview of the physical processes that control the evolution of solar system objects since formation. The overview of solar system includes observations of the Sun, planets, asteroids and Kuiper-belt objects, comets, and interplanetary dust. Specific processes that are discussed include hydrostatic equilibrium, orbital dynamics, radioactive decay, and heat flow. The role of these processes in shaping planetary surfaces and atmosphere is explored.

Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 22000 or 21800 or 15200 with grade of C-or better, or P or C: MA 16500 or 16600 or 17500 or 26100 or 36100 or 36300 with grade of C- or better. 

Cr 3.