Oct 07, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog
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PSC-1020 Introduction to Astronomy Laboratory


Credits 1
This course is a laboratory experience in astronomy for non-science majors. Labs include actual astronomical observations and techniques for studying spectra, planetary characteristics, stars, and galaxies. 
Prerequisite(s): EGL-1010S  for students not eligible for EGL-1010. No prerequisite for students eligible for EGL-1010.

 

PSC-1010 completed or concurrent.
2 lab hours.
Course Outcomes

  1. Explain daily and annual motions in the heavens.
  2. Demonstrate the proper use of astronomical devices such as star charts, celestial spheres, and spectroscopes.
  3. Demonstrate the proper use of planetarium software packages and astronomical internet sites.
  4. Interpret astronomical photos and digital images.
  5. Compare and contrast spectra of elements and stars.
  6. Describe the vast distances between astronomical objects.




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