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Academic Year 2004/2005

Modern Observational Techniques
ASTR 222 SP
Crosslistings:
ASTR 522

This course reviews modern astronomical observing techniques, focusing primarily on optical observations. Topics will include a complete description of the use of digital detectors for imaging, photometry and spectroscopy in a wide variety of applications. Data acquisition, image processing and subsequent analysis will be discussed. Students will gain hands-on experience with the telescopes, instruments and computers at Van Vleck Observatory, carrying out actual observations. As time permits, the status of astronomical observations in the radio, near and far-infrared, ultraviolet, and x-ray regions of the spectrum will also be covered.

MAJOR READINGS

Two textbooks

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Midterm, final, several problem sets, observing project.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: ASTR211 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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