Interstellar Matter and Star Formation (448-0-1)

Instructors

Giles Novak
847/491-8645
Technological Institute (2145 Sheridan Road), Room F253, Evanston

Meeting Info

Parkes Hall 212: Mon, Wed 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

The class aims to provide insight into how processes involving interstellar and intergalactic gas and dust are treated, including interpreting absorption and emission lines, absorption and emission by dust, continuum radio emission, interstellar magnetic fields, supernova remnants, and formation of stars and planets in molecular clouds. A key component of the class is the independent research project, for which students work in small groups to apply concepts and techniques learned to topics that relate to their anticipated Ph.D. research areas.

Registration Requirements

ASTRON 425 or permission of instructor.

Teaching Method

Several class meetings per week, problem sets, and independent research project.

Evaluation Method

Class participation, problem sets, and the independent research project which includes both a written report and a class presentation near the end of the quarter.

Class Materials (Required)

Physics of the Interstellar and Intergalactic Medium
by Bruce T. Draine
Princeton University Press
ISBN: 9780691122144

Previous Editions: Not applicable
Online/eBook available: Yes
Price Range: $74-$122
Other Purchases: None