AST2210 - Observational Astronomy
Course description
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
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Course content
An introduction to modern observational methods used in astronomy. Ground and space based telescopes and detectors, imaging techniques and image processing, and spectroscopy will be introduced. The course includes practical exercises.
Learning outcome
Completion of the course provides expertise in the following:
- insight into how astronomical observations are carried out and the errors caused by the different techniques
- a practical understanding of the limitations inherent in measurements and the capability of performing observational theses in astronomy
- an overview of the telescopes used in the visible and other parts of the electromagnetic spectrum
- an understanding of the techniques used in spectroscopy, interferometry, photometry and polarimetry
Admission
Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.
International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:
One of these:
- Mathematics R1
- Mathematics (S1+S2)
And and in addition one of these:
- Mathematics (R1+R2)
- Physics (1+2)
- Chemistry (1+2)
- Biology (1+2)
- Information technology (1+2)
- Geosciences (1+2)
- Technology and theories of research (1+2)
The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies. Read more about special admission requirements.
Recommended previous knowledge
Four semesters of the Fysikk, astronomi og meteorologi (bachelor) programme. FYS2160 - Thermodynamics and statistical physics should be studied simultaneously.
Teaching
3 hours of lectures and 2 hours of tutorials each week, and in addition practical exercises.
As the teaching involves laboratory and/or field work, you should consider taking out a separate travel and personal risk insurance. Read about your insurance cover as a student.
Examination
A final written examination will constitute 70% of the final grade. A mid-term test (home or in classroom) will constitute 30% of the final grade. Letter grades (A-F). A number of compulsory practical exercises without grading will also be given.
Examination support material
No examination support material is allowed.
Language of examination
If the course is taught in english, written exams will be given in english only.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Re-scheduled exams are offered at the beginning of the next semester for students who:
- can document a valid reason for absence from the regular exam (e.g. illness before or during the exam)
- withdraw during the exam
- do not successfully complete the exam during the previous semester.
Read more about re-scheduled exams.
Evaluation
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