ASTR3002 Black Holes and the Universe
Later Year Course
| Offered By | Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Astronomy and Astrophysics |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2011 and Second Semester, 2012 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This course covers three main topics. Compact Objects: white dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes. Theoretical Cosmology: dark matter and dark energy, Universe models. Observational Cosmology: historical observations, distances, accelerating Universe and the cosmic background radiation. |
| Learning Outcomes |
On completion of this course students will be able to: Apply the concepts of general relativity and quantum mechanics to the study of white dwarf, neutron stars and black holes; efficiently utilise tensor calculus and general relativity in the study of compact objects and cosmology; understand concepts and solve problems in compact star research and physical cosmology; understand and apply the mathematical and physical basis for modern cosmology; understand how the tools of observational astronomy are utilised to understand the evolution of the Universe; use computational and statistical tools to solve problems; write succinctly and coherently in these areas of science. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Five assignements each worth 20%. Assignements involving problem solving, computational, numerical methods, statistical, mathematical and essay writing components. |
| Areas of Interest | Astronomy and Astrophysics |
| Requisite Statement | |
| Incompatibility |
with MATH3052. |
| Recommended Courses | |
| Science Group | C |
| Academic Contact | A/Prof Lilia Ferrario, Dr Brian Schmidt, and lilia.ferrario@anu.edu.au |
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