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• ASTR 1040: Stellar Astr Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Optional laboratory to accompany ASTR 1020. Demonstrations, laboratory exercises, and planetarium visits supplement the lecture course. Preq or concurrent enrollment: ASTR 1020.
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• ASTR 1050: Physics of Universe

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Basic physics principles of Newtonian mechanics, special and general relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic structure, thermal physics, optics, and radiation physics are qualitatively and quantitatively presented. These principles are then applied to demonstrate their usefulness in understanding fundamental astrophysical objects and processes in the cosmos. Preq: MATH 1050.
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• ASTR 2200: Planetary Science

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Survey of the formation and evolution of planetary bodies. Emphasizes the origin of planetary material and comparative study of the primary processes operative on planetary surfaces. Describes major features of the planets and moons in our solar system, as revealed by recent space missions. May also be offered as GEOL 2200.
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• ASTR 3020: Stellar Astrophysics

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Study of the basic physical concepts necessary for understanding the sun, other stars, and their evolution. Topics include star formation, stellar structure and evolution, binary stars, and observational techniques. Preq: PHYS 2210.
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• ASTR 3030: Galactic Astrophys

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Study of basic physical concepts necessary for understanding the structure of the galaxy, the motions of the stars within it, the nature of the interstellar matter, other galaxies, the large-scale structure of the universe, and the origin of the solar system. Preq: PHYS 2210.
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• ASTR 4750: Select Topics in Astrophysics

  1.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Comprehensive study of an area of astrophysics. Topics may include nucleosynthesis and stellar evolution, extragalactic distance scale, structure and evolution of galaxies, and large-scale structure of the universe. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits, but only if different topics are covered. Preq: ASTR 3020.
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• ASTR 8020: Stellar Structure

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Physical principles governing the structure, power, luminosity and evolution of stars; equation of state, equations for pressure and thermal balance, heat transport, thermonuclear power and numerical techniques of structure calculation. Preq: PHYS 4550 or consent of instructor.
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• ASTR 8030: Galactic Structure

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Kinematics, dynamics and content of the Milky Way galaxy; galactic rotation, galactic distance scale, stellar populations, spiral structure, the galactic center and the evolution of the Milky Way and other galaxies. Preq: Consent of instructor.
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• ASTR 8100: Astrophysics I: Rad Proc/Meas

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Physical principles governing radiative processes in and measuring radiation from astrophysical environments. Coverage includes approaches to radiative transfer, fundamental theory of radiation fields, emission and absorption processes, plasma effects, telescope optics and image formation, astronomical instrument design, photon detector and function. Preq: Consent of instructor.
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• ASTR 8200: Astroph II: Stellar Astrophys

  3.00 Credits

  Clemson University

  
  Physical and observational parameterization of stars, statistical mechanics and equations of state applied to stellar interiors, stellar energy transport mechanisms, nuclear reactions in astrophysics, construction of stellar models, adiabatic stellar pulsations, stellar evolution and nucleosynthesis, degenerate stars, and supernovae. Preq: Consent of instructor.
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