ASTR 1230

Introduction to Astronomical Observation

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Course Description

An independent laboratory class for non-science majors, meeting at night, in which students learn how to observe the night sky, use a telescope, and take digital images of the sky. Students work individually or in small groups on observational projects that focus on the study of constellations, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies using binoculars, 8-inch telescopes, and imaging equipment at the department's student observatory.


  • Matthew Pryal

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    3.52

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    Last Taught

    Fall 2023

  • Richard Patterson

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    3.00

     GPA

    3.51

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    Last Taught

    Fall 2015

  • Robert O'Connell

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    3.37

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    Last Taught

    Fall 2011

  • D. Whittle

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    3.00

     GPA

    3.01

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    Last Taught

    Spring 2017

  • Steven Majewski

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     GPA

    2.96

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    Last Taught

    Fall 2024

  • Faculty Staff

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    Last Taught

    Fall 2018

  • Borja Anguiano

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    Last Taught

    Spring 2020

  • To Announced

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     GPA

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    Last Taught

    Fall 2024