Course Description
An advanced course on the physics of stellar interiors and evolution, covering topics such as stellar formation, nuclear reactions, and stellar death.
Prerequisites
- Thermodynamics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Astrophysics I
Topics Covered
- Stellar Formation
- Hydrostatic Equilibrium
- Nuclear Reactions in Stars
- Stellar Evolution
- White Dwarfs and Neutron Stars
- Supernovae
Course Materials
- Textbook: Stellar Structure and Evolution by Author Name
- Research Papers: Selected readings