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Toby R. Smith
ASTR 497
Seattle Campus

Topics in Current Astronomy

Recent developments in one field of astronomy or astrophysics.

Class description

This course offers the introduction to programming needed for astronomical applications: Linux operation system, PERL and IDL. Recommended for astronomy majors planning to take 400-level astronomy courses, to persue individual research projects, or to apply for Research Experience for Undergraduate appointments (REUs).

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

Computer Lab

Recommended preparation

Class assignments and grading

Programs

The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.

Last Update by Toby R. Smith
Date: 11/15/2005