Dec 25, 2025  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ASTR 8120 - Plasma Physics and Magnetohydrodynamics


3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 8100  and PHYS 8110  with grades of B- or higher Three lecture hours a week.
Description
This course provides an introduction to the physics of plasmas, with an emphasis on developing a physical understanding of the non-intuitive nature of plasmas, and acquiring the basic techniques required for carrying out research in plasma physics.