AST 10300 Exploration of Astronomy Lab

(1 cr.) Lecture-Lab: 0-3
Offered: F,W,S
This laboratory course is a hands-on introduction to astronomy and technology in the observational arena. The focus is on observational and experimental methods of scientific inquiry and the usage of basic analytical practices. The secondary focus will be on basic laboratory and safety skills. The curriculum is implemented through a combination of physical and observational laboratory exercises and experiments. This course, taken in tandem with AST-10200, meets the Michigan Transfer Agreement requirement of a laboratory science course. Prerequisite: MTH 12002, MTH 12500, or MTH 20601; or placement into MTH 12000 or MTH 13000 or higher. Corequisite: AST 10200 (Science credit)