ASTRO 361
Astronomical Techniques
Topics include astronomical instrumentation, techniques for obtaining observational data, and the reduction and analysis of observations. Emphasis is placed on obtaining and analyzing data in such fields as astronomy, interferometry and spectroscopy. Practical labs are based on the python programming language
Topics
- astronomical instrumentation
- techniques for obtaining observational data
- and the reduction and analysis of observations
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
[COMPFOR 131 or SI 101 or DATASCI 101] and ASTRO 201. (Prerequisites enforced at registration.) Programming in Python is required for success in this class; students who did not take one of the courses listed under enforced prerequisites but gained programming experience elsewhere should seek instructor permission. (4). (BS). May not be repeated for credit. F.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027