ASTR 150 - Observational Astronomy

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

May be counted as a General Requirement Course in Physical World. Class of 2009 & prior only. An observing-based astronomy course for non-science majors; no prerequisites. Maximum number: 25. Requires substantial out-of-class time dedication and commitment to sharing work in small groups. Topics: how to read star-maps and find objects in the night sky, learning about astronomical phenomena as we observe them, telescope training, signal processing. 1.5 hour daytime lecture each week plus 3-hour evening lab in smaller groups.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.