Stellar Dynamics

Undergraduate

The study of dynamics in astronomy. Stellar dynamics attempts to answer what happens when a large number of particles (stars or galaxies) orbit under the influence of their mutual gravity. This course covers the dynamics of astronomical objects ranging from binary stars to globular clusters to galaxies. Particular emphasis is placed on direct applications to observational data. Taught in alternate years. Prerequisites: PHYS 201 and MATH 246 or equivalents; ASTR 310. QR , SC TTh 1:05pm-2:20pm