(in Polish) Compact Stars 1100-CS
1. Binary stars
2. Mass transfer in binary systems
3. Disk accretion
4. Compact X-ray binaries
5. Astronomical observations in X-rays
6. White dwarfs, cataclysmic binaries
7. Physics of accretion disks
8. Accreting black holes and neutron stars
9. Pulsars
10. Origin of gamma ray bursts
11. Supermassive black holes in galaxy centers
12. Radiosources and large scale jets
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
Basic concepts of modern astrophysics and theory of compact stars, their interaction with cosmic environment and methods of their observations
Understanding of motion of matter in strong gravitational field of a compact stars and processes of ejection of relativistic jets from their vicinity.
Skills:
Physical description of accretion disk structure using the equations of hydrodynamics.
Solving simple problems connected with the topic of lecture.
Attitude:
Precision of thinking and aim for deeper understanding of astrophysical processes and need for confronting theory with observations.
Assessment criteria
Written test; possible oral exam to get a higher grade
Bibliography
1. S. Shapiro, S. Teukolsky „Black Holes, White Dwarfs and Neutron Stars”, Wiley
2. J. Frank, A. King, D. Raine, „Accretion power in Astrophysics”, Cambridge
3. M. Demiański, „Astrofizyka relatywistyczna”, PWN
4. G. Rybicki, A. Lightman, “Radiative processes in Astrophysics”, Wiley
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