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Astronomical Observing Techniques

Course
2012-2013

Omschrijving

Nowadays, astronomical observations are increasingly demanding in terms of sensitivity, image contrast, field of view, stability and calibrations, pushing telescopes and instrumentation closer and closer to their limits. Meaningful results require a careful understanding of the technologies and equipment that is being used. This course provides a general overview of most aspects that are relevant to observational astronomy, covering both the underlying physical principles and the technical concepts. In addition, the theoretical concepts of image signal processing are being discussed and practical exercises will be done.

Onderwijsvorm

Hoorcolleges en werkcolleges

Literatuur

a list of suggested books is provided on the website, see below

Rooster

Periode: 1e semester, 3 september – 5 december 2012

Rooster Sterrenkunde

Tentamen

Schriftelijk, zie ook het Tentamenrooster.

Meer info

Contactgegevens docent: Dr. B. (Bernhard) Brandl
Assistent: Nienke van der Marel and Stephanie Heijkamp

Zie ook de webpagina