ASTR 250 - Observational Astronomy

Institution:
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Subject:
Astronomy
Description:
An introduction to the tools and techniques of observational astronomy: astronomical time and coordinate systems, photometric systems and magnitudes, principles of telescopes and their operation, introduction to modern astronomical instruments, analysis of astronomical data. Coursework includes observations with small telescopes, and tours of the observatories on Mauna Kea. Pre: ASTR 180, 181, MATH 104G.
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(808) 974-7311
Regional Accreditation:
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Calendar System:
Semester

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