Modern Observational Techniques ASTR522 SP

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. Date acquisition, image processing and subsequent analysis will be discussed. Students will gain hands-one 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.

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COURSE FORMAT: Lecture Some observing

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: GR Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997