ASTRO 4410

ASTRO 4410

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Covers observational techniques in optical and radio astronomy. Topics include CCD imaging, spectroscopy, and interferometry. Labs use observatories on campus, emphasizing data analysis and instrumentation.


Prerequisites PHYS 2214, PHYS 2218, PHYS 3310, or PHYS 3360.

Enrollment Information Priority given to: Astronomy and Physics majors.

Distribution Requirements (OPHLS-AG), (PHS-AS, SDS-AS)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2024FA, 2023FA, 2022FA

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  2211 ASTRO 4410   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Cordes, J

      Stacey, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Waitlisted students will be contacted to complete a survey to determine eligibility according to major preferences and prerequisites.
    Nighttime optical observing will be scheduled as weather permits. Lab times will be flexible depending on each student’s schedule.