University Catalog 2014-2015

University of Colorado Boulder

ASTR-3520 (4) Observations and Instrumentation 2

Lab course in observation and instrumentation. Hands-on exercises include obtaining and analyzing multi-wavelength data, optical design and instrumentation, and statistical analysis, with emphasis on spectroscopy. A significant number of night time observation sessions are required. Prereq., ASTR 3510 or instructor consent. Elective for APS majors. Elective for APS minors on space available basis. Prerequisites: Restricted to Astrophysics (ASTR) majors only.