ESC 116LF - Astronomy Lab

    Recent Professors
    Liliana Ramsey
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    1
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ESC 116LF
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    54 hours lab per term. This course introduces the student to astronomical viewing and measurements as well as analysis of astronomical data. Students will do lab experiments to understand principles of astronomy and data analysis. They will use telescopes to make observations and gather data (or use computer images) and perform exercises relating to the moon, planets, stars, and galaxies. A field trip for dark sky observation may be arranged. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC) CSU GE, IGETC
    Usually Held
    Thu 1:30pm–4:40pm, Tue 1:30pm–4:40pm