Physics and Astronomy - Course Details
ASTR567: Observational Techniques In Astronomy (PAST/FUTURE SEMESTER)
Offering:
3 Credits; typically offered Fall semester
Prerequisites:
PHYS342 or PHYS344
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Description:
(phys567) Fundamental concepts in observational astronomy, including coordinate and time systems, telescopes and detectors, radiation and optics, and methods of statistical data analysis.
Instructor(s):
PETERSON, JOHN
Email:
peters11@purdue.edu
Textbook(s) for Fall 2018
Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
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Astrnomical Measurements | Andy Lawrence | 2014 ed | 978-3662509067 | Springer Praxis Books | Required | Students can download the e-book free of charge |
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