ASTR 510

Spring 2012 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Jan 17-May 2

Computational Astrophysics

Credit: 4 hours.

Prepares students to use numerical simulations to study complex problems in astrophysics and cosmology. Numerical methods and parallel computing will be covered together with the design, validation, and analysis of simulations. Emphasis is placed on solving ordinary and partial differential equations that arise in astrophysical contexts. Students work on assigned numerical problems and perform simulations using existing simulation codes, writing a final paper which presents the results of simulations using one of these codes. There are no formal prerequisites except knowledge of a scientific programming language such as Fortran, C, and C++. Familiarity with Unix/Linux and astronomical analysis tools is useful but not required.

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ASTR 510 class schedule data for spring 2012
	CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
	57084	Lecture	CA	2:00PM -3:20PM	MW	Astronomy Building	Ricker, P	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/17/12-05/02/12 Section Info: Computational Astrophysics This course prepares students to use numerical simulations to study complex problems in astrophysics and cosmology. Numerical methods and parallel computing will be covered together with the design, validation, and analysis of simulations. Emphasis will be placed on solving ordinary and partial differential equations that arise in astrophysical contexts. Students will work on assigned numerical problems and perform simulations using existing simulation codes, writing a final paper which presents the results of simulations using one of these codes. The instructor plans to obtain student accounts on NCSA supercomputers for these projects. Prerequisites: No other formal requirements except knowledge of a scientific programming language like Fortran, C, or C++. Familiarity with Unix/Linux and astronomical analysis tools is useful but not required. This course is intended for graduate students and upper-level undergraduates with strong physics backgrounds. Active student participation is expected.