phy954 - Imaging and Data Analysis (Complete module description)

Attendance: 56 hrs, Self study: 124 hrs

Knowledge from the courses Astrophysics I and II

The students learn to use modern astronomical instruments for observation (photographic) and spectroscopy, as well as to evaluate the obtained measurement data. They will gain insights into di erent areas of astrophysics and data processing and will be introduced to cutting-edge research areas. In addition, students learn how a consistent description of astrophysical processes emerges from observational data, theory and modeling.

Preparation of observations in a seminar including selection of relevant objects, determination of observation techniques (e.g. high resolution photography or spectroscopy), execution of observations at C2PU ("Centre Pedagogique Planete et Univers, South of France") and evaluation of observations.

B.W. Caroll, Introduction to Modern Astrophysics, Addison-Wesley, 2013

M. Camenzind, Compact Objects in Astrophysics, Springer, 2007

P. Lena, D. Ruoan Observational Astrophysics, Springer 2012

J.L. Starck, F. Murtagh, Astronomical Image and Data Analysis, Springer 2006

D.S. Birney, G. Gonzalez. Observational Astronomy, Cambridge University Press, 2006

BDWarner, Photometry and Lightcurve Analysis, Springer 2006

Written examination: Between 90 and 180 minutes or Oral examination: Between 20 and 45 minutes