ASTR 213
Galaxies and Galactic Dynamics
The structure and dynamics of galaxies. Topics include potential theory, the theory of stellar orbits, self-consistent equilibria of stellar systems, stability and dynamics of stellar systems including relaxation and approach to equilibrium. Collisions between galaxies, galactic evolution, dark matter, and galaxy formation. Renumbered from PHYA 226. Students may not receive credit for both ASTR 213 and PHYA 226.
Topics
- potential theory
- the theory of stellar orbits
- self-consistent equilibria of stellar systems
- stability and dynamics of stellar systems including relaxation and approach to equilibrium
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027