ASTRO 529 - Introduction to Space Physics

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

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. A knowledge of electromagnetism at the level of PHYS 481 is required. Note: credit may only be obtained for one of ASTRO 429 or ASTRO 529.