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Introduction to the Physics of the Cosmos
Code: 44078Credits: 6
| Degree programme | Type | Course |
|---|---|---|
| High Energy Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology | OB | 1 |
Contact lecturer
- Name :
- Álvaro Sánchez Monge
- Email :
- alvaro.sanchez.monge@uab.cat
Teaching staff
- Sasha Husa
- Francisco Javier Castander Serentill
- Andrea Wulzer
- Lluís Galbany Gonzalez
- Alessandro Patruno
Group languages
You can consult this information at the end of the document.
Prerequisites
None
Objectives
The course is intended to provide students with a thorough introductory course to Astrophysics, Cosmology and Particle Physics, who should be able to use such knowledge as a solid basis for the following more specialized courses.
Since it is a transversal course for all students who choose the specific programs on High Energy Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology, it provides basic knowledge on the alternative itinerary that the student has not chosen.
Finally, since students come from different academic backgrounds, this course tends to unify and balance out the students' academic skills and abilities.
Learning outcomes
- CA01 (Adapt the advanced physics techniques of the subject to solve problems in high-energy physics, astrophysics and cosmology.) Adapt the advanced physics techniques of the subject to solve problems in high-energy physics, astrophysics and cosmology.
- CA02 (To critically evaluate the theoretical, experimental and observational foundations of high-energy physics, astrophysics and cosmology, in relation to the socio-economic, environmental and cultural progress of society provided by research and innovation in this field.) To critically evaluate the theoretical, experimental and observational foundations of high-energy physics, astrophysics and cosmology, in relation to the socio-economic, environmental and cultural progress of society provided by research and innovation in this field.
- CA03 (Critically evaluate inequalities based on sex and gender present in the field of high-energy physics, astrophysics or cosmology.) Critically evaluate inequalities based on sex and gender present in the field of high-energy physics, astrophysics or cosmology.
- KA01 (Identify the theoretical principles of astrophysics and cosmology: (coordinates, distances, magnitudes, scale of distances, expansion of the universe), and of particle physics (effective sections, relativistic kinematics).) Identify the theoretical principles of astrophysics and cosmology: (coordinates, distances, magnitudes, scale of distances, expansion of the universe), and of particle physics (effective sections, relativistic kinematics).
- KA02 (Identify the experimental principles of astrophysics, cosmology, and particle and high-energy physics from which theoretical bases and models are derived.) Identify the experimental principles of astrophysics, cosmology, and particle and high-energy physics from which theoretical bases and models are derived.
- SA01 (Apply the theoretical foundations of high-energy physics (symmetries, interactions) and astrophysics and cosmology (structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, and large-scale structure).) Apply the theoretical foundations of high-energy physics (symmetries, interactions) and astrophysics and cosmology (structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, and large-scale structure).
- SA02 (Apply the experimental and observational principles of the physics of the cosmos.) Apply the experimental and observational principles of the physics of the cosmos.
- SA03 (Use bibliographic tools, online and in English, to deepen the fundamental concepts of astrophysics, cosmology, and particle and high-energy physics.) Use bibliographic tools, online and in English, to deepen the fundamental concepts of astrophysics, cosmology, and particle and high-energy physics.
Contents
General outline of the Course
General concepts of Astrophysics and Cosmology
Structure and evolution of stars and planetary systems
Structure and evolution of galaxies
Introduction to Cosmology
Introduction to General Relativity
General introduction to particle physics
Relativistic quantum field theory
Simmetries and interactions
Electromagnetic interactions
Strong interaction and hadrons
Electroweak interaction and Higgs
Learning activities and methodology
| Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theory Lectures | 45 | 1.8 | |
| Study of theoretical foundations | 45 | 1.8 | |
| Discussion, work groups, group exercises | 45 | 1.8 |
Theory lectures and exercises.
Class-work and Homework
Assessment
Continuous assessment activities
| Title | Weight | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homework on High Energy Physics | 25% | 6 | 0.24 | CA01, CA02, CA03, KA01, KA02, SA01, SA02, SA03 |
| Homework Astrophysics and Cosmology | 25% | 6 | 0.24 | CA01, CA02, CA03, KA01, KA02, SA01, SA02, SA03 |
| Written exam (multiquestion test) | 50% | 3 | 0.12 | CA01, CA02, CA03, KA01, KA02, SA01, SA02, SA03 |
One exam on "Astrophysics/Cosmology" and on "Particle Physics" (fifty-fifty weighted, in total: 50% of the total grade)
One homework on "Particle Physics" (25% of the total grade)
One homework on "Astrophysics / Cosmology" (25% of the total grade)
This subject/module does not foresee the single assessment system.
Whoever fails the course with the continuous evaluation, and has attended at least two thirds of the evaluation actions, may take a recovery exam on the syllabus of the entire course.
For this course, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is permitted exclusively for supporting tasks, such as bibliographic or information searches, text editing, or translation. If used, you must clearly identify which parts were generated using this technology, specify the tools employed, and include a critical reflection on how they influenced the process and final outcome of the activity. Failure to be transparent about the use of AI in assessable activities will be considered a lack of academic integrity and may result in a partial or total grade penalty for the activity, or more severe sanctions in serius cases.
Bibliography
\"An introduction to modern astrophysics\"; D A Ostlie and B W Carroll, Ed. Pearson International Edition
\"Astrophysics for physicists\"; A R Choudhuri, Ed. Cambridge
\"Stellar structure and evolution\"; R Kippenhahn, A Weigert and A Weiss, Ed. Springer
\"Physical Foundations of Cosmology\"; V Mukhanov, Ed. CUP 2005
\"Cosmology\"; P Coles and F Lucchin, Ed. Wiley
\"Particle Physics\" - Third Edition; B R Martin and G Shaw, Ed. Wiley and Sons 2008
\"Introduction to paticle and astroparticle physics\"; A de Angelis and M Pimenta, Ed. Springer 2018
\"Quantum Field Theory in a Nutshell\"; A Zee, Ed. Princeton University Press 2003
\"The Standard Model: A Primer\"; C P Burgess and G. D. Moore, Ed. CUP 2007
\"An Introduction to Quantum Field Theory\"; M E Peskin and D V Schroeder, Ed. Addison-Wesley 1995
Software
None
Course groups and languages
The information provided is provisional until November 30. After this date, you will be able to consult the language of each group through this link. To access the information, you will need to enter the course CODE
| Type of teaching | Group | Language | Semester | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (TEm) Theory (master) | 1 | English | first semester | morning-mixed |