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ASTR 103 – Observational Astronomy (CRN: 89003) at College of San Mateo for Fall 2024

ASTR 103 Observational Astronomy Lab

Offered as an alternative to Astronomy 101. Students observe the moon, planets, and various star clusters, using CSM observatory 's telescopes. They will have the opportunity to image planets and observe stellar spectra, using the department's CCD cameras and Rainbow Optics eyepiece spectroscope. Use of the department's planetarium projector assists students in becoming familiar with the sky. Focus is on observational techniques. Extra supplies may be required.

Units: 1

Degree Credit

Letter Grade Only

Lab hours/semester: 48-54

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Elementary Algebra or equivalent, or placement by other measures as applicable and completion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 100, ASTR 115 or ASTR 125

Corequisites: None

AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5a

Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area B3), UC (IGETC Area 5C)

College of San Mateo : Map

Department: Astronomy

Number of Units: 1

Textbook: View textbook in Bookstore

Instructor: Darryl Stanford, stanfordd@smccd.edu

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Section Information as of Sunday, May 19 2024 - 12:04:46 am

Course status: Open

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JA - Laboratory/Studio/Activity Meeting Date: 08/20-12/10 Meeting Time: 7:10pm-10:00pm Days: T Building: 36 Room: 0100 Instructor: Darryl Stanford	08/20-12/10	7:10pm-10:00pm	T	36	0100	JA	Laboratory/Studio/Activity

Critical Dates for this Course	Date
Last day to add class	August 27, 2024
Last day to drop with a refund	August 27, 2024
Last day to drop without a "W"	September 2, 2024
Last day to drop with a "W"	November 13, 2024
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option	December 10, 2024

San Mateo County Community College District

ASTR 103 – Observational Astronomy (CRN: 89003) at College of San Mateo for Fall 2024