2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

ASTR 401 - Computer Simulation in Astronomy

Credits: 3 (NR)
Techniques and methods to simulate astronomical phenomena using a computer. Examples taken from a wide variety of astronomical phenomena, including radiation transfer in astrophysical objects, self-gravitating systems, hydrodynamics, and stellar models.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 213 and ASTR 328.

Notes: Emphasizes hands-on projects.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0