ASP2011 - Astronomy - Monash University

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Overview

An introduction to modern astronomy, with an emphasis on using astronomical observations to understand the stars, galaxies and the universe as a whole. You will be introduced to the night sky and how to navigate around it using astronomical coordinates. The design, performance and use of visible and radio wavelength … For more content click the Read More button below.

An introduction to modern astronomy, with an emphasis on using astronomical observations to understand the stars, galaxies and the universe as a whole.

You will be introduced to the night sky and how to navigate around it using astronomical coordinates. The design, performance and use of visible and radio wavelength telescopes are discussed in detail, including imaging and spectroscopy. Visible and radio wavelength observations will be interpreted to determine the velocities, distances, masses, and the cosmological expansion of the Universe, Practical work in workshops is a key component of this unit, including an astronomical observing session and analysis of data from major observatories.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

S1-FF-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Rosemary Mardling

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Rosemary Mardling

Assessment summary

Examination (3 hours and 10 minutes): 40%
Written assignments: 20%
Workshop: 40%

Workload requirements

Workload

The workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours spread across the semester (approximately 12 hours per week) - approximately an even mixture of attendance at scheduled activities and self-scheduled study time. Learning activities comprise a mixture of instructor-directed, peer-directed and self-directed learning, which includes face-to-face and online engagement.

Note: the unit includes a commitment of 2 hours of astronomical observing after hours (evening) on the Clayton Campus, with the exact timing being weather dependent.

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Electronics, calculators and tools:
Scientific non- programmable calculator - $30
Miscellaneous Items:
Printing, Stationery - $20

Availability in areas of study

Astrophysics
Physics