Course Catalog - 2003-2004

     

ASTR 450 - EXPERIMENTAL SPACE SCIENCE

Long Title:
Department: Physics and Astronomy
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ASTR 230 AND (ASTR 350
Description: EXPERIMENTAL SPACE SCIENCE ***** Study of instruments and methods used in space physics and astronomy. May include the electromagnetic spectrum, cosmic rays, neutrinos, magnetic fields, and particles in the solar system, as well as discussion of special techniques for remote sensing or for the analysis of massive astronomical data sets. ***** Prerequisites: ASTR 230 and 350, or permission of the instructor.