Dec 21, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog 
    
Catalog Navigation
  Catalog Home
  Academic Calendar
  About the California State University System
  Introduction to CI
  Admission Procedures and Policies
  Schedule of Fees
  Financial Aid & Scholarships
  Academic Affairs
  General Education Requirements
  Graduation Requirements
  Graduate Studies
  Programs and Degrees
  Programs by Alpha
  Course Descriptions
  Faculty Biographies
  Student Affairs
  Policies and Regulations
  Campus Map
  Registrar’s Office
  Maps and Directions
  Changes and Updates
  My Portfolio
HELP
2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)

ASTR 112 - Introduction to Observational Astronomy (Cross-listed as PHYS 112)

Units: 1
Three hours lab per week
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of one of the following with a grade of C or better: ASTR 105  / PHYS 105  , ASTR 107  / PHYS 107  , ASTR 110  / BIOL 110  / PHYS 110  , or an equivalent course
An introduction to the techniques and instrumentation used in visual astronomy. Topics will include: the laws of geometrical optics, optical ray tracing, elements of refracting and reflecting telescopes and associated instrumentation, navigation of the night sky, diurnal and seasonal motion, the constellations, astroimaging, and the use of astronomy software and applications.
Graded: Letter Grade
Same as: PHYS 112
GenEd: B3


Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)