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ASTR211
Fundamentals of Observational & Stellar Astronomy
ASTR211 FA
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 50 | 12 | Times: M.W.... 2:40PM-4:00PM; | No | No |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999
)
This course introduces the methods of observational
astronomy as applied to the study of stars. The student
will become familiar with the use of telescopes and
instruments of Van Vleck Observatory, as well as acquiring
basic knowledge about the sky. Acquisition and
interpretation of basic stellar data will be stressed, along
with techniques used to derive fundamental properties such
as masses, luminosities, temperatures, and sizes of stars.
Topics covered will include celestial coordinates and
spherical trigonometry, time, catalogues and atlases, basic
stellar data, telescopes and optics, photometry, spectral
classification, binary stars, and variable stars. The
course will attempt to stress the application of techniques
learned in lecture through several observing exercises.
MAJOR READINGS
One textbook, several technical manuals.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Two exams (midterm, final),
weekly observing exercises or problem sets.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This course is one
of two gateway courses for the Astronomy major (with
ASTR155). It can also be taken as a "Focused Inquiry"
course by interested non-majors. ASTR155 is not a required
prerequisite for ASTR211. However, some prior knowledge of
basic astronomy is expected, roughly at the level of
descriptive non-majors courses such as ASTR107 (The
Universe) or ASTR105 (Descriptive Astronomy). Consult with
the instructor if you are uncertain whether you have the
necessary background.
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture Observations
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM ASTR
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Salzer, J
- Times: M.W.... 2:40PM- 4:00PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
- No Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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