Spring 2022 - PHYS 390 D100
Introduction to Cosmology and Astrophysics (3)
Class Number: 1144
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 13, 2022
Wed, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Joanna Woo
j_woo@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
PHYS 211; CHEM 120 or CHEM 121; both with a minimum grade of C-.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Evolution of the universe, modern cosmological models, origins of matter and entropy in the universe. Big Bang nucleosynthesis, formation of large scale structure and galaxies, planetary systems. Quantitative.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course is a quantitative introduction to the astrophysics of stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole, emphasizing the physics of these systems as opposed to the techniques of astronomical observation. Topics include the tools of astronomy, stellar structure and evolution, planetary system dynamics, binary stars, star clusters, end states of stellar evolution (white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes), galactic structure and evolution, quasars, galaxy clusters, and cosmology.
More advanced topics if time permits.
Grading
NOTES:
Grading TBA.
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
TEXTBOOK (recommended):
*An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, any edition, B. W. Carroll and D. A. Ostlie, Publisher: Addison-Wesley-Longman, and Pearson Intl.
*Astrophysics for Physicists by Arnab Rai Choudhuri
*Introduction to Cosmology by B. Ryden
Department Undergraduate Notes:
Students who cannot write their exam during the course's scheduled exam time must request accommodation from their instructor in writing, clearly stating the reason for this request, within one week of the final exam schedule being posted.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
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TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022
Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place. Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes. You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).
Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required. You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.
Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.