Apr 28, 2024  
2023/2024 University Catalog 
    
2023/2024 University Catalog

ASTR 510 - Exoplanets


Units: 3

Grading Method: LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC

Prerequisite(s): ASTR 350  and ASTR 440 , or PHYS 350  and PHYS 354  with minimum grade of B-, and consent of instructor.

Extrasolar planet detection; mass and radius determination; transits and eclipses; orbital dynamics and transit timing variations; internal and atmospheric characteristics; the exoplanet population and formation scenarios.

Maximum Credits: 3