402-0362-15L Black Hole Astrophysics
| Semester | Spring Semester 2018 |
| Lecturers | K. Schawinski |
| Periodicity | non-recurring course |
| Course | Does not take place this semester. |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Abstract | This course will cover topics in black hole astrophysics from galactic X-ray binaries, active galactic nuclei, quasars, and black hole seed formation, as well as galaxy-black hole co-evolution. |
| Objective | In each class, students will present and discuss key science and review papers from the literature. Students will gain an overview of black hole astrophysics and practice their presentation and argumentation skills. |
| Content | We will discuss a range of classic papers and current work on various topics relating to astrophysical black holes. Topics covered include: * X-ray binaries and compact objects * Active galactic nuclei * AGN structure * AGN evolution * Host galaxies * black hole seed formation * scaling relations & feedback |
| Prerequisites / Notice | The course is geared towards advanced students (Master and Ph.D) in astrophysics and the physical sciences. |