ASTR-3510 (4) Observations and Instrumentation 1

Lab course in astronomical observation and instrumentation. Hands-on exercises include obtaining and analyzing multi-wavelength data, basic optical design and instrumentation, and statistical analysis of data, with emphasis on imaging applications. A significant number of night time observation sessions are required. Prereq. or coreq., Calculus 2 (MATH 2300 or APPM 1360), one year of college physics, and one year of college astronomy. Restricted to Astrophysics majors only. Elective for APS major and minor. Prerequisites: Restricted to Astrophysics majors only.