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ASTR 100 - EXPLORING THE COSMOS Credits: 1 Introduction to concepts, methods and discoveries of astronomy and astrophysics, with a theme to be chosen from the frontier topics of modern astrophysics. Will emphasize student presentations. Designed for first year students interested in science or engineering, but other majors are welcome. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 201 - STARS, GALAXIES, AND THE UNIVERSE Credits: 3 An introductory course for students in academic programs. The formation, evolution, and death of stars; the composition and evolution of galaxies; the structure and evolution of the universe. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 202 - EXPLORATION OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM Credits: 3 The physical processes governing the nature and behavior of the various Solar System bodies are discussed with a focus on the origins, evolution and fate of the Solar System and its parts. This broader context leads to a deeper understanding of the Earth as a life-supporting planet. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 221 - OBSERVING THE NIGHT SKY Credits: 2 An introduction of the celestial sphere and movements of the sun, moon, and planets. Students will gain hands-on experience using computerized telescopes, binoculars, digital imagers, and planetarium software to study astronomical objects. Intended for students in all types of academic programs. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 230 - ASTRONOMY LAB Credits: 3 A hands-on introduction to modern techniques of observational astronomy. Students use telescopes, CCDs, and computers to obtain and analyze their own images of solar system, galactic, and extragalactic objects. The course employs the campus observatory, dark sky observing sites, and state of the art data analysis software. Instructor permission required College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 243 - LIVING WITH A STAR: THE PHYSICS OF THE SUN-EARTH CONNECTION Credits: 3 Introduction to astrophysical processes, particularly the effect of the Sun on the Earth. Possible effects of solar variability will be considered, especially global warming. The observational and theoretical basis of our current understanding will be presented. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 350 - INTRODUCTION TO ASTROPHYSICS-STARS Credits: 3 Introduction to celestial mechanics, radioactive transfer, stellar structure, and stellar remnants (including black holes and neutron stars). Aspects of planetary science and solar system formation may also be explored. Together, ASTR 350 and ASTR 360 provide a comprehensive survey of modern astrophysics needed for senior research and graduate study in astronomy. Either ASTR 350 or 360 may be taken first. Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 212 College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 360 - INTRODUCTION TO ASTROPHYSICS-GALAXY AND COSMO Credits: 3 Morphology, kinematics, and dynamics of the Milky Way and external galaxies, including interstellar matter and evidence for dark matter. Peculiar and active galaxies, including interacting systems and evidence for super massive black holes in active galactic nuclei such as quasars. Large-scale structure and expansion of the universe, including various cosmologies ranging from the inflationary big bang theory to steady state and anthropic concepts. Either ASTR 350 or 360 may be taken first. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 400 - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR Credits: 1 Seminar on current research topics in astronomy, astrophysics, and space physics for juniors and seniors. Students will be expected to give one oral presentation each semester. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ASTR 500. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 402 - TEACHING EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE Credits: 3 Overview of the Earth and the solar system, their structure, evolution, and dynamics. Fundamentals of Earth and Space Science topics as taught in 6th grade. Includes mathematics of solar motion at level of algebra and simple trigonometry. Includes teaching in use of Earth and solar system software and weather station software. This course is designed for science and math teachers (grades 6-12). One hour of lab per week. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 588. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 403 - ASTRONOMY FOR TEACHERS Credits: 3 Learn how to teach astronomy concepts as specified by the state of Texas. Methods to help students master content, including lab activities suitable for K-9 classrooms and as field trips. Topics vary with each offering. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 589. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 430 - TEACHING ASTRONOMY LABORATORY Credits: 3 Methods and facilities of observational astronomy for public education. Students will help train beginners in the use of telescopes and carry out a modest observational program. The course requires one public talk and internship work. Topics vary with each offering. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 450 - EXPERIMENTAL SPACE SCIENCE Credits: 3 Study of instruments and methods used in space physics and astronomy. May include the electromagnetic spectrum, cosmic rays, neutrinos, magnetic fields, and particles in the solar system, as well as discussion of special techniques for remote sensing or for the analysis of massive astronomical data sets. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 451 - ASTROPHYSICS I: SUN AND STARS Credits: 3 Physics of stellar atmospheres, interiors and evolution. Polytropes, nucleosynthesis, radiative transfer, convection, oscillations, opacities, curves of growth, spectral line theory and observation. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ASTR 551. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 452 - ASTROPHYSICS II: GALAXIES AND COSMOLOGY Credits: 3 Study of physical cosmology models. Description of the evolution of the universe, including nucleosynthesis, cosmic background radiation, large-scale structure, galaxy formation and evolution, and high redshift phenomena. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ASTR 552. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 470 - SOLAR SYSTEM PHYSICS Credits: 3 The Sun, solar-terrestrial relationships, solar wind; planetary atmospheres, ionospheres and magnetospheres. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 500 - GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR Credits: 1 A presentation of current research programs in the department. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ASTR 400. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 505 - PROCESSES IN COSMIC PLASMAS Credits: 3 Study of plasma phenomena that occur widely in nature. May include quasi-static equilibrium, magnetic equilibrium, magnetic reconnection, particle acceleration, plasma winds and jets, and interchange instabilities. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 542 - NEBULAR ASTROPHYSICS Credits: 3 The physics of emission nebulae, including radiative transfer, photo ionization and thermal equilibria, and internal gaseous dynamics. Physical processes in the interstellar medium. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 551 - ASTROPHYSICS I: SUN AND STARS Credits: 3 Physics of stellar atmospheres, interiors and evolution. Polytropes, nucleosynthesis, radiative transfer, convection, oscillations, opacities, curves of growth, spectral line theory and observation. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ASTR 451. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 552 - ASTROPHYSICS II: GALAXIES & COSMOLOGY Credits: 3 Study of physical cosmology models. Description of the evolution of the universe, including nucleosynthesis, cosmic background radiation, large-scale structure, galaxy formation and evolution, and high redshift phenomena. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: ASTR 452. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 554 - ASTROPHYSICS OF THE SUN Credits: 3 Analysis of physical processes at work in the sun, such as helioseismology, solar variability, solar activity, magnetic reconnection, heliosphere interactions and modern observational techniques. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 555 - PROTOSTARS AND PLANETS Credits: 3 Physics of star and planet information, including molecular cloud dynamics and chemistry, circumstellar accretion disks, jets, dust, debris disks, atmospheres rotation, and magnetic fields of young stars, binaries, brown dwarfs, comets, Kuiper belt objects, giant planet formation and discoveries of extra solar planets. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 565 - COMPACT OBJECTS Credits: 3 Selected topics involving white dwarfs, neutron stars, black holes and their environments, e.g., pulsars, supernova remnants, and accretion disks. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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ASTR 600 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN ASTROPHYSICS Credits: 3 Lecture/seminars which treat topics of departmental interest. Not offered every year. College: School of Natural Sciences Department: Astronomy
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