Observational Astronomy

Starting with the fall 2009 term, this course will be renumbered as ESC 1123.

Beginning with the development of the solar system and a discussion of planets, their satellites, and asteroids, this course introduces the student to the major stars and constellations visible to the naked eye from the mid-northern latitudes. This course will examine how the motions of these celestial objects can be understood, the techniques utilized to locate specific bodies and the scientific methods used to analyze their size and composition.

There are no current sections scheduled for this course number.
Please note that courses have been assigned new numbers beginning with the fall term.
Please check the new course number for course availability.