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14919
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| Year |
3
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| Semester |
S1
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
TP(60H)
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| Scientific area |
Physics
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Entry requirements |
None
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Learning outcomes |
The objective of this CU is that students acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of physical concepts concerning astronomy and astrophysics.
A student completing this CU should be able to identify, interpret and analyze elementary physical situations found in astrophysics. In addition, the student will learn skills associated with the use of astronomical instruments.
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Syllabus |
1) Observation and telescopes
(a) Electromagnetic (EM) waves and EM spectrum
(b) Types of telescopes
(c) Azimuthal versus equatorial telescope mounts
(d) Elements of astrometry and spherical astronomy
2) Gravitation and Kepler laws
3) Solar system
(a) Origin of the solar system
(b) Terrestrial planets and their inner structure
(c) Jovian planets
(d) Other objects in the solar system
4) The Sun and the stars
(a) Stellar spectrum and the classification of stars
(b) Astronomical radiation
(c) The sun as a model of stellar structure
(d) Nuclear reactions in stars
(e) Life cycle of a star: from the birth to the formation of black holes
(f) Binary stars
5) Galaxies
(a) Elliptical galaxies
(b) Spiral galaxies
(c) The local group and galaxy clusters
(d) Dark matter evidences
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Main Bibliography |
1. Jain P (2015). An Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press
2. Zombeck MV (2007). Handbook of Space Astronomy and Astrophysics, 3rd ed. Cambridge: Cambridge
University Press
3. Karttunen H et al (2017). Fundamental Astronomy, 6th ed. Springer
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Classes are theoretical and practical; after the presentation of the theoretical contents, they are used in the analysis of concrete cases, allowing to clarify the explained methods.
Assessment includes written tests and/or assignments performed by students, with presentation and discussion.
- Teaching-learning assessment: 1 theoretical-practical tests throughout the semester, and homeworks. Approval with 10 values.
- Final exam for admitted students.
Assessment Methods and Criteria - The teaching-learning assessment grade is the average grade of 2 partial tests, or the grade obtained in a global test/work.
Minimum attendance to obtain attendance - 75%
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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