ASTRO 1195

ASTRO 1195

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

A hands-on introduction to observational astronomy. Learn how we gather knowledge about the universe using amateur telescopes. Includes evening labs featuring telescope observations at Fuertes Observatory and Mount Pleasant, as well as in-class experiments such as micrometeorite collection.


Distribution Requirements (OPHLS-AG), (PHS-AS), (SCT-IL)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2024FA, 2023FA, 2021FA

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1831 ASTRO 1195   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cordes, J

      Stacey, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  1832 ASTRO 1195   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Stacey, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person