Observational Astronomy Techniques
(Lab Required) Students will learn the basic astronomy tools and practical concepts pertaining to observational astronomy. Lecture topics include spectroscopy, the optics of mirrors and lenses relevant to telescopes, types of telescopes, and factors that affect the quality of astronomical observations. The practical aspects include observational project development, and hands-on telescope experience using the University of Manitoba's Ewen Campus Observatory (ECO) and the Glenlea Astronomical Observatory (GAO) as well as smaller 8-inch portable telescopes. May not be held with the former PHYS 2070.
Prerequisites & course information
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated. Prerequisites: (one of PHYS 1070 , PHYS 1071 , or PHYS 2152 ) or (a "C+" or better in PHYS 1030 or PHYS 1031 ) and (one of MATH 1232 , MATH 1690, MATH 1700 , MATH 1701 , MATH 1710 , or the former MATH 1730) and (one of ASTR 1810 , the former PHYS 1810, ASTR 1830 , the former PHYS 1830, or ASTR 2000 ) or permission of the department. Mutually Exclusive: PHYS 2070 Attributes: Science
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027