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Astronomy 1230. CLARK 107. Astronomy 1230. Laboratory-based extension of ASTR 1210/1220 Emphasis on making real observations of sky Goals for students: Understand central role of observations in the progress of astronomy
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CLARK 107
Astronomy 1230 • Laboratory-based extension of ASTR 1210/1220 • Emphasis on making real observations of sky • Goals for students: • Understand central role of observations in the progress of astronomy • Become aware of phenomena in the night sky and comfortable in exploring them • Learn to operate small, computer-controlled telescopes • Develop skills in interpreting/analyzing observations
FYI: Almost all astronomical images shown in this class were taken byamateur astronomers using 8-16" telescopes.Disclaimer: Most images are from long exposures with digital cameras. Visual views won't normally be this good!
“Planisphere” or “Sky Wheel”
TO DO THIS WEEK • Attend your lab orientation session • 265 Astronomy 8 PM. (Monday: 9 PM) • Read syllabus • Read “Introduction” chapter of Manual • Complete Review Quiz 1 on Collab site • Prep for Lab I Constellations by reading writeup in Manual. Will do lab next Monday night following Lecture 1, if clear. (Will be offered only 2 nights.)