Stellar Explosions
Module PH2078
Module version of WS 2010/1
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS 2022/3 | WS 2021/2 | WS 2019/20 | WS 2018/9 | WS 2017/8 | WS 2010/1 |
Basic Information
PH2078 is a semester module in German or English language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Specific catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Biophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 40 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2078 in the version of WS 2010/1 was Hans-Thomas Janka.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
- Observations and Phenomenology of stellar explosions
- Supernova types
- Basics of stellar evolution
- Introduction to astrophysical fluid dynamics
- Neutrino and radiation transport
- Physics of stellar collapse and explosion
- Cosmic gamma-ray bursts
- Explosive nucleosynthesis
Learning Outcome
After successful participation in the module the student has attained the following abilities:
- Knowledge of the theoretical and observational classification of supernovae.
- Understanding of the basics of stellar structure and evolution towards the final stages.
- Derivation of scaling relations from differential equations.
- Basic knowledge of the fundamental physics that plays a role in stellar explosions.
- Overview of the phases and physical processes in supernova explosions.
- Understanding of the important role of supernovae in astrophysics, nuclear physics, neutrino physics, and gravitational physics.
Preconditions
Theoretical Astrophysics (introductory course) is advantageous but not mandatory.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Stellar Explosions | Janka, H. Müller, E. |
Fri, 14:00–16:00, PH HS3 |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Media
Black board, overhead slides, in exceptions also projections from laptop.
Literature
See Literature above, which is partially in English.
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In accordance with §12 (8) APSO the exam can be done as a written test. In this case the time duration is 60 minutes.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester.