ASTR 310 - Observational Methods In Astronomy

Credits: (3)

Instructional Method: One hour lecture; four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: ASTR 112, MATH 152, PHYS 112 or PHYS 222.
Students will make telescopic observations of the moon, planets, stars, interstellar medium, and galaxies. Topics will include theory and practice in optical-range astrophotography and digital imaging techniques, and astronomical data reduction and interpretation. The class will spend approximately one hour per week in lecture, and four in lab.