PHYS 186 - Observational Techniques

Institution:

Howard University

Subject:

Description:

The use of a modern research telescope and its accessories. Time, coordinates, star charts and catalogues. Astronomical photography. Photoelectric photometry. Spectroscopic observations. Data reduction techniques. Two lectures and an observing or laboratory session each week. Prerequisites: An introductory astronomy course, General Physics, calculus.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.howard.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 806-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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