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ASTR 2310 - General Astronomy I

Credits: 4
[(none)<>PN] Covers the history of astronomy, orbital mechanics, solar system (the Sun, planetary interiors, atmospheres, moons, comets, meteors); interaction of radiation and matter (physical processes in gas, black body radiation) astronomical instrumentation and detectors. Laboratory includes exercises in observational astronomy. Observing sessions are scheduled after dark and held when weather permits.


When Offered (Normally offered spring semester)
USP 2003-2014 Code PN
Prerequisite: PHYS 1210  or PHYS 1310 , MATH 2200 .


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