ASTRO 429 - Introduction to Space Physics

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Open Study: Open

Faculty of Science

Fundamental concepts, observations, and methods of space physics: introduction to plasma physics including single particle motion, introduction to plasma kinetic theory, fluids, and magnetohydrodynamics; introduction to waves and discontinuities; the Sun, heliosphere, and solar wind; Earth's magnetosphere including space weather, structures and dynamics, the ionosphere, and the aurora; and planetary space environments. Corequisite: PHYS 381. Note: Credit may only be obtained for one of ASTRO 429 or ASTRO 529.

No syllabi

Winter Term 2027

Lectures

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LECTURE B01
(77545)
30
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09 (MWF)
10:00 - 10:50