Learning of basic concepts of modern cosmology and astrophysics, with particular emphasis on high-energy astrophysics.
Course Prerequisites
Principles of special relativity and particle physics.
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Assessment Methods
Oral examination. It will require a quick presentation (10 min with slides) on a topic chosen by the student, and answering of some questions on other topics.
Texts
Malcolm S. Longair : "High Energy Astrophysics", Cambridge University Press.
Contents
The main topics of the course are: - radiative processes in astrophysics: blackbody, Bremsstrahlung, syncrotron, inverse Compton; - Interstellar medium in our galaxy - star formation and evolution; - supernovae and Gamma-Ray Bursts; - cosmic rays - compact objects: white dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes; - binary systems and accretion; - exoplanets. - basic cosmology and cosmic microwave background;
