Introduction to Astrophysics: classification of spectra, stellar atmospheres, interior of stars, equilibrium and stellar evolution.

Galaxies: structure and evolution.

Introduction to cosmology: primitive universe, dark matter and dark energy.

Degree competences (all transversal):

G001. Learn to pose and solve problems correctly.

G005. Be able to organize, plan and learn autonomously.

G006. Be able to analyze, synthesize and reason critically.

G008. Be able to present ideas, problems and scientific results orally and in writing.





Competences of the Fundamental Physics module (all generic):

CM01. Be able to describe the branches of current Physics.

CM02. Be able to raise and solve basic problems of these branches.

CM03. Be able to transmit basic ideas from fundamental physics to non-specialized public.

CM04. Be able to use several textbooks per subject.

CM05. Be able to lead and participate in group work.

Programme:



1. Introduction to Astronomy: celestial sphere, celestial mechanics, continuous spectrum of light.

2. Stellar spectra: classification, Boltzmann equation, Saha equation, Hertzsprung-Russell diagram.

3. Binary systems: classification of binaries, nearby systems.

4. Stellar atmospheres: transport of energy, opacity.

5. Star interior: equilibrium, nuclear reactions, polytropes, Vogt-Russell theorem.

6. Stellar evolution: Jeans mass, main sequence, post-main sequence evolution.

7. Galaxies: morphology and classification, galactic dynamics, dark matter.

8. Cosmology: large-scale structure, early universe, accelerated expansion.

Lectures on theoretical aspects and practical problem-solving classes.

• Final Assessment System
• Tools and qualification percentages:
  • Written test to be taken (%): 100

Not taking the ordinary call (convocatoria ordinaria) exam equals giving up the call (renuncia a la convocatoria).



In case the sanitary conditions do not allow for a face-to-face evaluation, an online evaluation will

be activated and the students will be duly informed.

Not taking the extraordinary call exam equals giving up the call.



In case the sanitary conditions do not allow for a face-to-face evaluation, an online evaluation will

be activated and the students will be duly informed.

Basic bibliography

[1] B. Carrol and D. Ostlie, An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, Pearson (2007).

[2] R. Kippenhahn and A. Weigert, Stellar Structure and Evolution, Springer-Verlag (1990).

[3] E. Novotny, Introduction to Stellar Atmospheres and Interiors, Oxford University Press

(1973).

[4] D. Maoz, Astrophysics in a Nutshell, Princeton University Press (2007).

In-depth bibliography

[5] A. Unsold and B. Baschek, The New Cosmos, 4th ed., Springer-Verlag (1991).
[6] M. Zeilik, S. A. Gregory and E. V. P. Smith, Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics, 3rd ed.,
Saunders College Publishing (1992).
[7] M. Harwit, Astrophysical Concepts, 4th ed., Springer (2006).
[8] A. R. Choudhuri, Astrophysics for Physicists, Cambridge University Press (2010).
[9] S. Chandrasekhar, An introduction to the study of Stellar Structure, Dover Publications
(1958).
[10] A. Liddle, An Introduction To Modern Cosmology, Wiley (2015).
[11] P. Coles and F. Lucchin, Cosmology, The Origin and Evolution of Cosmic Structure, 2nd ed.,
Wiley (2002).