ASTR 231
Spring 2010
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01
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| Crosslisting:
ASTR 531 |
| Course Cluster: Planetary Science |
Most of the visible matter in the galaxy is in the form of stars. It is important, therefore, to understand their structure and their evolution. Fortunately, we have a fairly well-developed and tested theory of stellar structure covering both their interiors and atmospheres. In this course, we will provide an introduction to that theory and examine its key results, including a basic description of how stars evolve. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Quantitative Reasoning, Writing
Students will explore mathematical and physical models of the structure and evolution of stars. Paper assignments will help students develop technical writing skills.
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
None |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: PHYS213 AND PHYS214 AND ASTR155 AND ASTR211 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ASTR)(PSCI-MN)(STS) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
One book. Several papers.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly or bi-weekly problem sets, 2 in-class exams, 1 final exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
ASTR231 is for undergraduates only. ASTR531 is for graduate students only. |
| Instructor(s): Redfield,Seth Times: .M.W... 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: VVO110; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 30 | | SR major: 12 | JR major: 12 | | |
| Seats Available: 21 | GRAD: 6 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 1 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 1 |
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