Astronomy 241 Stellar Astrophysics Spring 2015 Prof. Mamajek
Course Outline: We will follow in outline the main textbook
An
Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, 2nd Edition by Carroll
and Ostlie, heretofore nicknamed the "Big Orange Book" or "BOB".
Additional articles and astronomical data will be provided in
class. By the end of the semester we will have discussed the majority
of the material in chapters 7-17 ("The Nature of Stars"). Classes will
consist of equal parts lecture and working through in-class problems
which are usually derivations of important formulae. Homeworks will
be due approximately weekly. Regular attendence is a necessity -
email the professor if you have a legitimate excuse for missing
class(es).
Course Prerequisites: PHY 237 (may be taken concurrently);
familiarity with the subject matter of (especially) AST 142 and/or AST
111 is highly recommended. Physics students that have not taken any
astronomy courses are recommended to review the first 6 chapters of
Carroll & Ostlie (especially chapters 2, 3 & 5). This class is highly
recommended for junior and senior PAS majors. Sophomores should see
Prof. Mamajek before considering signing up for the course.
