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Unit name Experimental Astrophysics, Geodesy and Geophysics
Unit code KYA407
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Sciences and Engineering
School of Natural Sciences
Discipline Physics
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Learning Outcomes

1

Apply the principles of radio astronomy signal detection and processing to astrophysical processing

2

Apply the principles of optical and near infrared detection and data processing to astronomical analysis.

3

Formulate and test hypotheses regarding astronomical objects by undertaking a quantitative practical experiment.

4

Analyse electromagnetic astronomical signals across a range of wavelengths to evaluate the physical properties of the relevant objects.

5

Communicate the results of astronomical research projects to an audience of peers and summarise those results for the public.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

At least one of (KYA320 Advanced Electromagnetism OR KYA305 Stellar and Planetary Physics OR KYA306 Astrophysics OR KYA322 Solid State Physics & Statistical Physics OR KYA323 Atomic & Nuclear Physics)

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

1 x 180 minute lecture weekly, 1 x 60 minute tutorial weekly and 2 x 360 minute labs

Assessment

AT1 - Fortnightly analytical and numerical problems (30%)

AT2 - Optical Astronomy Experiment (35%)

AT3 - Radio Astronomy Practical (35%)

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