An introduction to astronomical observing techniques and instrumentation. Optical telescope design. Observatory site selection. Telescopes above the atmosphere. Imaging techniques: photography, charge-coupled devices. Optical photometry, spectroscopy, and polarimetry, and their applications. Infrared techniques and applications. Radio astronomy. Includes evening laboratory sessions.
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2023 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2022 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2020 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2019 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2018 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2017 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2016 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2015 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2014 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2013 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2011 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2010 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2009 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2008 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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2007 |
Observational Astronomy (4c)
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