Astrophysics Fundamentals: From Stars to Cosmos

This module introduces the basic concepts of astrophysics, including parallaxes, distance scales, Kepler's Laws, and the Virial Theorem. Students will learn about the fundamental principles that govern celestial bodies and their interactions.

This module covers various radiation processes in astrophysics, including line and continuum radiation, black body radiation, and atomic emission lines. Students will learn how to measure radiation and understand concepts like flux, luminosity, and magnitudes.

This module focuses on the Doppler effect and its applications in astrophysics, as well as the properties of the interstellar medium. Students will learn about stellar rotation, exoplanet detection, and tidal forces.

This module explores various aspects of planetary physics, including the Roche limit, cometary behavior, energy balance, and planetary atmospheres. Students will gain insights into the physical processes that shape planets and other celestial bodies.

This module covers the processes of stellar formation and evolution, including concepts like the Jeans mass, Kelvin-Helmholtz time, and the HR diagram. Students will learn about different stages of stellar life and death.

This module focuses on the study of galaxies, including their classification, structure, and dynamics. Students will learn about the Milky Way, rotation curves of spiral galaxies, and the evidence for dark matter in galactic and cluster scales.

This module introduces basic concepts in cosmology, including the Big Bang theory, cosmic expansion, and the cosmic microwave background. It also covers gravitational lensing and its applications in astrophysics and cosmology.