High-energy astrophysics (ASTM12)
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High-energy astrophysics, 7.5 credits
given by the Division of Astrophysics, Department of Physics.
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Neutron-star merger. Credit: Daniel Price (U/Exeter) and Stephan Rosswog (Int U/Bremen).
Contents
After the course you will be able in detail to account for:
- The physical processes that occur in all types of supernovae and gamma-ray bursts
- How supernovae and gamma-ray bursts are used for cosmological studies
- How double stars evolve and how mass transfer between stars takes place
You will have knowledge of:
- Different types of double star that contain compact objects.
- Different types of galactic nuclei.
- Those objects that can emit gravitational radiation.
- Ongoing research within high-energy astrophysics.
Using the knowledge acquired you will be able to independently take on a complex problem, break it into its essential components, implement a solution and reflect on the results.
General information
- Semester: spring
- Study period: 2
- Level: second cycle (advanced)
- Language: English
- Form of teaching: lectures, group discussion sessions, problem-based learning sessions, and self-study
- Assessment: problem-based learning reports (20%), an assessed student lecture (20%), and a written final take-home examination (60%)
- Grading scale: U-G-VG
- Course plan: ASTM12 course plan (in English), ASTM12 course plan (in Swedish)
Course literature
Introduction to high-energy astrophysics by Stephan Rosswog & Marcus Brüggen
Course coordinator
Ross Church, ross.church@fysik.lu.se, phone: 046-22 21609
Application
Through antagning.se
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