FA055 The structure and evolution of stars

Faculty of Science
Spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
2/1/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
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
Contact Person: doc. Ernst Paunzen, Dr.rer.nat
Supplier department: Department of Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics – Physics Section – Faculty of Science
Timetable
Mon 16. 2. to Fri 22. 5. Mon 12:00–14:50 F4,03017
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of astrophysics.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
Abstract
The course will give an overview of the collapsing of a Molecular Cloud to the very last stages of stellar evolution. We will discuss the basic principles of fusion and fission and all relevant astrophysical processes that play a role in stellar evolution.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, a student will be able to:
- astrophysical processes ongoing in the stellar interiors;
- understand processes determining the Hertzprung-Russell diagram;
- understand all stages of stellar evolution;
Key topics
The formation and evolution of stars.
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
lectures, short talks by the students
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
oral examination
Language of instruction
English
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught once in two years.
General note: L.
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2020, Spring 2022, Spring 2024.
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