PHYS 469 - Observational Astronomy

Credit(s): 3

OBSERVATIONAL ASTRONOMY
Component: Lecture
This class focuses on current and past astronomical imaging techniques. Hands on experience includes the use of research grade telescopes and cameras to image galaxies, star clusters, and gaseous nebulae. Students will learn and experiment with imaging processing techniques to transform raw data into science quality images. Visual obersving includes training on portable telescopes to observe the Moon, solar system planets, and brighter celestial objects.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

General Education Objectives:
GE3A: Work Collaboratively Across Cultures GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5B: Reason Computationally GE5C: Reason Scientifically