ASTR 11 - Observational Astronomy

    Recent Professors
    Troy M.J. Kuersten, Barry Allan Rice
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.7Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    1
    Prerequisite
    Completion with grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 2, 5, or 10
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ASTR 11
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    Basic interpretation of astronomical observations through telescopes, binoculars, computers, cameras, and other simple measuring equipment. Use of planetarium to facilitate recognition of constellations, stars, planetary motions, and study coordinate systems and celestial motions. Development of observational skills to study outdoor sky and outcomes of indoor laboratory experiments. Emphasis on quantitative and qualitative analysis of variety of astronomical data. (CSU, UC)
    Usually Held
    Wed 7:00pm–10:05pm, Tue Thu 11:00am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 11:00am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:20pm