During this course you will learn how to perform research with existing computational tools and simulation codes. This will be done using the Astrophysics Multipurpose software Environment (AMUSE) software. You will learn how to set up a computer experiment, write the code to carry out the simulations, perform the calculations, collect and analyze the data, and critically assess the results.
Students, in groups of two or three, will work on their joined projects, and report on the results by written report and a presentation.
The final project is chosen in discussion with the teacher from a wide range of topics. From a computational point of view the topic should generally include at least two fundamental physical phenomena:
gravitational dynamics, hydrodynamics, radiative transfer, or stellar astrophysics.
The work will be carried out using AMUSE to perform a number of simulations to study astrophysical phenomena. The course ends with a presentation and report on the final project.
Outcome: Not Provided
