Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2007-2008
ASTR 230 - ASTRONOMY LAB
Long Title: ASTRONOMY LAB
Department: Physics and Astronomy
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Degree(s):
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Astrophysics
Physics
Astronomy
Description: A hands-on introduction to modern techniques of observational astronomy. Students use telescopes, CCDs, and computers to obtain and analyze their own images of solar system, galactic, and extragalactic objects. This course involves field trips to dark sky observing sites such as George Observatory and makes extensive use of state-of-the-art data analysis software. Must be enrolled in one of the follwoing Major(s): Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics or have permission of instructor.