Observational Astrophysics Workshop 2

During the Observational Astrophysics Workshop 2, students are required to carry out all the stages of an observational astrophysical study. From defining the spectroscopic or photometric observations to be made during a 4-night stay at the Observatoire de Haute-Provence, to the modeling and critical discussion of their measurements and the writing of a scientific report, students play an active role in this course.

• Precisely define the objectives of the project and the methods to be used
• Plan and prepare the observations required to complete the project
• Implement the observation program and adapt it to the conditions encountered
• Calibrate raw data to obtain scientifically usable data
• Propose an astrophysical model and interpretation of the data to meet the set goals
• Make the most of bibliographic resources and databases
• Write a report that complies with scientific literature standards

• Astrophysics
• Programming for Physics

Recommended prerequisites:

• Observational Astrophysics Workshop 1

Oral

Throughout the semester, students work in groups on a project chosen from a range of topics. Drawing on the bibliographical resources provided, their own research and frequent exchanges with teachers, they must carry out an observational astrophysics study using the telescopes and instruments made available to them at the Observatoire de Haute-Provence. Students carry out a research project using professional tools, culminating in the drafting of a report in line with scientific literature standards.

• Essential AstrophysicsKenneth R. Lang, Springer, 2013
• Observation in astrophysicsP. Léna, EDP Sciences CNRS, 2008
• Introduction to Astronomical PhotometryE Budding & O Demircan, Cambridge University Press, 2007
• Introduction to Astronomical SpectroscopyI. Appenzeller, Cambridge University Press, 2012
• The Observation and Analysis of Stellar PhotospheresD.F. Gray, Cambridge University Press, 2005