PHYS4611
PHYS 4611 - Introduction to Space Physics (3 Cr.)
School of Physics & Astronomy (11140)
TIOT - College of Science and Engineering
PHYS 4611 - Introduction to Space Physics (3 Cr.)
Course description
Dynamics of charged particles/plasmas in space. Physics of the Sun and solar wind. Solar/galactic cosmic rays. Interactions of solar wind with planetary magnetospheres. Dynamics of Magnetosphere. Formation of the aurora. Physics of radiation belts.
prereq: PHYS 4001, PHYS 4002
prereq: PHYS 4001, PHYS 4002
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Lecture
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Fall Odd Year