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TU Berlin

Astrophysical Numerikum: Introduction to methods in astrophysics (practical course)

Lecturer: Dr. R. Tautz
Time: Monday 16-20, Place: Eugene-Paul-Wigner-Gebäude der TU, Hardenbergstr. 36, EW 176/177, Begin: 2011-10-17 (weekly)
Language: German

Content:

Introduction to numerical techniques, solution of numerical problems, computer programing.

Subject: Numerical methods and modeling of selected astronomical and astrophysical problems:

  • Introduction to higher programing languages
  • Numerical mathematics: from vectors to integration and differential equations
  • Application to selected astronomical and astrophysical problems

Conditions:

Knowledge of the Physics/B.Sc. in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or comparable courses of studies. Basic knowledge of a computer language (C, C++, Fortran, Pascal, ...) would be advantageous.

Performance:

Four-hour practical course. Teamwork (small groups) on different astrophysical topics.

Target group:

Postgraduate practical course on astronomy and astrophysics. Practical part of the module Advanced Astronomy and Astrophysics (Physics/Master). One can choose - if possible - between the Astrophysical numerical course and Astrophysical practical course.
Open also for all students with interest in astronomy and astrophysics.

Note:

Empowering to participate is limited and is done in sequence of registration! Please send for registration an e-mail to numerikum@astro.physik.tu-berlin.de specifying the time of the practical course (FU, Mon 16-20) between 01.10.2011 and 15.10.2011.

Zusatzinformationen / Extras