PHYS 480 - Introduction to Solar Physics

When Offered: F, S

3 Credit(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hour(s)

This course examines the Sun as a star, its radius, mass, and luminosity as well as measuring of these parameters. It also explores other characteristics of the Sun such as variability of rotation, magnetism, chemical structure, and planetary system. The course will also address the internal structure of the Sun and its atmosphere. Contemporary research on the Sun will also be discussed.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 306 and PHYS 415.