ASTR C1001L - Introduction to Astronomy Lab

    Recent Professors
    Paulo M.J. Afonso
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    8.0Heavyout of 10
    Credits
    1
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course was formerly known as ASTR 400 Astronomy Laboratory. This course provides access to telescopes, covering their practical use for visual observation of astronomical objects and the analysis of astronomical data. Topics may include constellation identification, stellar spectroscopy, solar and lunar observations, radio-physics and radio- astronomy, image analysis, measuring the properties of stars, and determining the age of the Universe. Night-time on-campus field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Mon 7:00pm–10:20pm, Wed 7:00pm–10:20pm