College of Chemistry Course Guide

ASTRO C162/EPS C162 - Planetary Astrophysics (4 Units)

(Taken from the UC Berkeley Course Guide)

Course Overview

Summary

Physics of planetary systems, both solar and extra-solar. Star and planet formation, radioactive dating, small-body dynamics and interaction of radiation with matter, tides, planetary interiors, atmospheres, and magnetospheres. High-quality oral presentations may be required in addition to problem sets and a final exam.

PREREQUISITES

MATH 53, MATH 54, PHYS 7A, PHYS 7B, and PHYS 7C

Fall only

Workload

Time Commitment

3 hours of lecture per week.




UC Berkeley Course Guide