ASTR 30L - Introduction to Astronomy Laboratory

    Recent Professors
    KYLARA MARTIN
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    1
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite(s): All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") or higher. ASTR 31 or ASTR 32, may be taken concurrently.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    Introduction to laboratory principles and techniques in astronomy. Includes: observational techniques such as naked eye, binocular, and telescopic identification of stars, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects; telescope operation and imaging; spectroscopy, motions of the sun, moon and planets.
    Usually Held
    Tue 6:30pm–9:20pm, Tue 6:00pm–9:10pm, Wed 6:30pm–9:20pm