SH2401 Stellar Structure and Evolution 6.0 credits
Stjärnornas struktur och utveckling
This is an advanced course in Astrophysics (6 university credits). It is given by the Astronomy department at Stockholm University.
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Course information
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents *
Observational properties of stars, gas hydrodynamics, mass-luminosity relation, nucleosynthesis and stellar evolution.
Intended learning outcomes *
The student should have obtained an understanding of the observational properties of stars and be able to explain the physical principles underlying the structure and evolution of stars. Nucleosynthesis and its dependence on mass are also studied.
Course Disposition
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Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites *
Recommended prerequisites: Previous knowledge of mathematics, physics and measuring techniques.
Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
Christensen-Dalsgard: Stellar Structure and Evolution (booklet)
Examination and completion
Grading scale *
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination *
- TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade *
One written exam (TENA; 6 university credits)
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
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Further information
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Offered by
Main field of study *
Physics
Education cycle *
Second cycle
Add-on studies
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Ethical approach *
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.