AST 112 - Astronomy Laboratory

An introduction to observational activities in astronomy. Students make astronomical measurements using simple instruments such as a quadrant, cross-staff, spectrometer, and telescope; analyze measurements; examine how quantities of interest and their errors are derived from the measurements and how they are properly reported. Not for major credit.

1 credit

Pre- or corequisite: AST 101 or AST 105 or AST 248

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