Through experiment and observation, develop the core skills to collect, reduce, and interpret astronomical data. Develop understanding and usage of telescopes, instruments, and detectors; reduction and analysis methods; simulations and model fitting; data and error analysis. This course is an expanded version of AST325H1 that gives a wider exposure to practical astronomy.
AST221H1, AST222H1 (or equivalent readings; consult the instructor)
Basic programming/scripting, numerical techniques (e.g., through CSC108H1/ CSC148H1)
