Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2003-2004
ASTR 230 - ASTRONOMY LAB
Long Title:
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
Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Sophomore
Prerequisite(s): ASTR 100 OR ASTR 201 OR ASTR 350 OR ASTR 360
Description: ASTRONOMY LAB
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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.
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Prerequisites: any one of the following courses plus consent of the instructor: ASTR 100, ASTR 201, ASTR 350, ASTR 360.