ASTRO 6516

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ASTRO 6516
Galactic Structure and Stellar Dynamics

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Introduction to the study of the structure of galaxies via the laws of modern physics. Topics include the observed kinematics and spatial distribution of stars in the vicinity of the Sun, shapes and properties of stellar orbits, the gravitational N-body problem, collisional relaxation in stellar systems, spiral structure, galaxy classification and evolution, and cosmological results in galaxy formation.


Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2024SP, 2021FA, 2019FA

When Offered Spring.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 19627 ASTRO 6516   LEC 001

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    • TR
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025

    • Wasserman, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person