PY 125
Astronomy Laboratory
Section: 501

Course Description

Introduction to astronomical observing. Twelve exercises include astronomical instruments; the nature of light; Kepler's and Newton's laws of motion; the constellations, planets, binary stars, stellar clusters, and galaxies. Use of small telescopes to observe celestial objects.

DE Program

Study Abroad

Regional Location

Czech Republic

Fall 2024

Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
August 28, 2024
Classes End:
December 13, 2024
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]

Class Type:
Laboratory
Credits:
1.00
Restrictions:
Corequisite: PY 123 or 124 R: NC State Prague Students Only