FA222 Star Clusters

Faculty of Science
Spring 2020
Extent and Intensity
2/1/0. 1 credit(s) (fasci plus compl plus > 4). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Ernst Paunzen, Dr.rer.nat (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
doc. Ernst Paunzen, Dr.rer.nat
Department of Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics – Physics Section – Faculty of Science
Supplier department: Department of Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics – Physics Section – Faculty of Science
Timetable
Mon 15:00–16:50 FLenc,03028, Mon 17:00–17:50 FLenc,03028
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
Course objectives
At the end of this course, students should be able to understand the characteristics of star clusters and their importance to many other fields of astrophysics.
Syllabus
  • Outline: 1. Open clusters; 2. Globular clusters; 3. Moving groups; 4. Stellar associations; 5. Extragalactic star clusters; 6. Formation and evolution of star clusters; 7. Observational constraints; 8. Parameter determination methods; 9. N-body simulations; 10. Databases and surveys (Webda, GAIA-ESO survey, ...)
Literature
  • Moitinho, 2012, Star Clusters in the Era of Large Surveys Star Clusters in the Era of Large Surveys
Teaching methods
Classic lectures, practical works and class exercises.
Assessment methods
Successful passing of this course will be granted after the processing of practical works, fulfilment of participation condition, passing of one writing test at the exam.
Language of instruction
English
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2014, Spring 2015, spring 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025.
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