ASTR 10L - ASTRONOMY LABORATORY

    Recent Professors
    GEOFF MATHEWS, WILLIAM PEZZAGLIA
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    32 students
    Credits
    1
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    A hands-on approach to the scientific method, using astronomical data and equipment. Divided into small lab groups, students will do experiments and observing projects about a range of astronomical topics, including the motions and geometry of the solar system, patterns in the behavior of the sun, and skeptical examination of astronomy-related misinformation. Students will use data from modern telescopes to measure and make inferences about the properties of astronomical objects, and write about their findings in ways suitable for communication with the general public.
    Usually Held
    Wed 1:00pm–3:50pm, Thu 2:00pm–4:50pm, Tue 4:00pm–6:50pm