Astrophysics and Cosmology

GENERAL OBJECTIVES: The main objective of the course is giving an extensive treatment of classical self gravitating systems in astrophysics, as well as many other aspects characterizing the theoretical physics to interpret astrophysical phenomena. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: A - Knowledge and understanding OF 1) To know the classical field theory and, in particular, gravitational physics. OF 2) To understand the physical processes that control the evolution of stars and stellar systems. OF 3) To understand the comparative role of various physical ingredients in the evolution of complex astrophysical systems. B - Application skills OF 4) To be able to apply, both on a theoretical and numerical side, the acquired knowledge to the interpretation and explanation of phenomena involving stellar and galactic systems. C - Autonomy of judgment OF 5) To be able to evaluate the coherence between the physical framework and the mathematical scheme of representation adopted. D - Communication skills To be able to describe in a clear and critical way the contents of the various topics approached in the course. E - Ability to learn OF 6) Have the ability to deal with available didactic and scientific reference textbooks and papers in order to further explore some of the topics introduced during the course.