ASP4020 Astrophysics coursework A
Faculty of Science
ASP4020 Astrophysics coursework A is a level 4, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Workload
- 24 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ASP4020
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After ASP4020
No unit lists ASP4020 as a prerequisite in the 2020 handbook.
Enrolment rules
COREQUISITE: Enrolment in the Master of Science
Overview
You will undertake studies in three selected topics in Astrophysics and related fields, which provide the foundational basis for modern astrophysics and cosmology. These develop expertise in computational astrophysics, observational astronomy, data analysis and the skills required to effectively communicate their findings using contemporary communication tools. The three topics comprise:
- Computational astrophysics (compulsory)
- Advanced observational astronomy
- Foundations of general relativity and cosmology.
NB: Subject to approval by the Chief Examiner, one of the topics in ASP4020 may be replaced by a topic from PHS4020.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental aspects of observational astronomy, computational astrophysics, cosmology, and related disciplines.
- 2
Develop skills in computation and astronomical observation that are fundamental to the study of astrophysics.
- 3
Synthesize and interpret astrophysical knowledge.
- 4
Make effective use of information and communication technology for the collection and analysis of data, the solution to problems in astrophysics and the written/oral presentation of work relevant to the area of study.
Workload and teaching
A total of 24 hours per week
- 3-three hours lectures/workshops/tutorials
- Three hours of consultation and online discussions involving peers and staff
- 12 hours of independent study
Where it fits
ASP4020 is part of 1 area of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Michael J Morgan
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Michael J Morgan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ASP4020?
ASP4020 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is ASP4020 offered?
In 2020, ASP4020 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is ASP4020?
The handbook expects about 24 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Which majors and minors include ASP4020?
ASP4020 is part of Astrophysics.