Observational Astronomy

General

Prefix

ASTR

Course Number

323

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Description

Modern astronomical observing techniques and instrumentation. Coordinate systems, telescope design, detector systems, error analysis, photometry, spectroscopy, and imaging. Lab.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Calculate observational parameters such as position, brightness, and time for astronomical objects.

Outcome

Analyze astronomical images and data.

Outcome

Solve astronomical problems with observational data and the use of computers.

Outcome

Operate an array of available telescopes and binoculars.

Dependencies

Programs

ASTR323 is a completion requirement for: