Methods of Astronomy

galaxy photo from McDonald Observatory

Andromeda Galaxy by participants in the 1998 Leadership Workshop for Teachers at McDonald Observatory

Unique numbers: 48200/58060

Course numbers: Ast 367M/PS 367M

NOTE: This semester, the course is being taught as AST 375 (unique number 48215), meeting on Mondays 3-4 PM or by appointment.

Additional hours at night will be required to complete observations of the night sky.


Description: This course is an introductory, self-paced course in the Methods of Astronomy that emphasizes learning astronomical principles through observations and activities. It is especially recommended to potential K-12 teachers.

Spring Semester 2006

Originated on 20 October 2005
Modified on 24 January 2006