PHYS 308
Observational Astrophysics
Introduction to the techniques and tools of modern astronomical observations. Topics include telescopes and detectors, coordinates and timekeeping, photometry, spectroscopy, astrometry, and data analysis, with student-designed observational projects.
Topics
- telescopes and detectors
- coordinates and timekeeping
- photometry
- spectroscopy
- astrometry
- and data analysis
- with student-designed observational projects
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027