PH 341 - Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics 3

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Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Description:

This is an introductory survey covering topics that range froma discussion of the observations and experiments of the earliest astronomers to a consideration of themost recent developments involving black holes, the detection of gravitational waves, and the search for extrasolar planets. Broad topic areas include: the Earth, the solar system, lives of stars, and galaxies. Some time is spent discussing observational instruments, including a discussion of the procedure for constructing a reflecting telescope. AMaksutov-Cassegrain 5-inch reflecting telescope is available for student use off campus. (prereq: PH-123 or PH-220 and PH-230)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.msoe.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 332-6763

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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