ASTR 1230
Introduction to Astronomical Observation
Course Description
Disciplines
Chemical, Mathematical, and Physical Universe
An independent laboratory class for non-science majors, meeting at night, in which students learn how to observe the night sky, use a telescope, and take digital images of the sky. Students work individually or in small groups on observational projects that focus on the study of constellations, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies using binoculars, 8-inch telescopes, and imaging equipment at the department's student observatory.
Instructors
To Announced
Fall 2026
tu 8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Steven Majewski
Fall 2024
TuTh 12:30pm - 1:45pm
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2.96
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Matthew Pryal
Fall 2023
TuTh 12:30pm - 1:45pm
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3.52
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Borja Anguiano
Spring 2020
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Faculty Staff
Fall 2018
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D. Whittle
Spring 2017
3.7
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3.0
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3.01
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Richard Patterson
Fall 2015
2.0
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3.0
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3.51
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Robert O'Connell
Fall 2011
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3.37
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