ASTRON 321-0 - Observational Astrophysics

Institution:

Northwestern University

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Description:

Geometric optics applied to design of optical and X-ray telescopes; diffraction and the Airy disk; radio and optical interferometry and aperture synthesis; adaptive optics; recent developments in detector technology; quantum and thermal noise in astronomy. Independent research projects using the CCD camera and 18-inch refractor in Dearborn Observatory. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: 220.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northwestern.edu

Phone Number:

(847) 491-3741

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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