Introduction to Astrophysics

Course Purpose
The purpose of this course is to obtain knowledge on the basic concepts of astronomy and understand the role of physics in astronomy.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to understand the basic characteristics of astronomical phenomena and explain astrophysical phenomena in terms of physics such as mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics.
Topic
Session 1Overview of the Universe
Session 2Solar system
Session 3Fundamental properties of stars
Session 4Stellar structure and evolution 1
Session 5Stellar structure and evolution 2
Session 6Star formation and interstellar matter
Session 7Galaxy
Session 8Introduction to cosmology
Session 9Observational cosmology
Session 10Introduction to astronomy
Session 11Radio astronomy
Session 12Infrared astronomy
Session 13X-ray astronomy
Session 14Gravitational Wave Astronomy
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