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Calvin University Course Info
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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ASTR 384
Modern Observational Astronomy
Students will learn techniques of modern observational astronomy by doing observing projects in each of three wavelength regimes: optical, radio, and one other (e.g., x-ray). Optical observations will use CCD detectors to do multi-color photography, photometry, astrometry, and spectroscopy. Radio observations made with the Very Large Array will be used for interferometric imaging. NASA archival data will be used for other wavelengths. Laboratory ()
Units: 2.0
Prerequisites:
ASTR 212 - Galactic Astronomy and Cosmology
or
ASTR 211 - Planetary and Stellar Astronomy