ASTR 112 - Intro to Observ Astro
Description
Hours: Three hours lab per week Prerequisite: Successful completion of one of the following with a grade of C or better: ASTR 105, PHYS 105, PHYS 107, ASTR 110, BIOL 110, PHYS 110, or an equivalent course Description: An introduction to the techniques and instrumentation used in visual astronomy. Topics will include: the laws of geometrical optics, optical ray tracing, elements of refracting and reflecting telescopes and associated instrumentation, navigation of the night sky, diurnal and seasonal motion, the constellations, astroimaging, and the use of astronomy software and applications.
Meeting Information
| Days | Times | Room | Meeting Dates | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH | 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM | Sierra Hall 2131 | 1/23/2016 - 5/27/2016 | Ronald Wallingford |
Status: Open
Class Number: 2039
Session: Regular Academic Session
Units: 1.00
Class Components: Laboratory
Career: Undergraduate
Dates: 1/23/2016 - 5/27/2016
Grading: Letter Grade
Class Availability
Information below is 24 hours old.
Enrollment Total: 11
Available Seats: 13
Wait List Capacity: 10
Wait List Total: 0
Enrollment Information
- Lower Division
- B1Lab: Physical Sciences - Phys, Geol, Earth Sci