Introduction to the basic concepts of astronomy as well as the history of their development. Includes a laboratory component. Credit not awarded for both ASTR 1400 and ASTR 1405.

Introduction to the basic concepts of astronomy as well as the history of their development. No laboratory. Credit not awarded for both ASTR 1405 and ASTR 1400.

Survey of recent astronomical satellites such as Hubble, Chandra and Fermi LAT; their design, orbital characteristics, and findings. Prerequisites: ASTR 1405; MATH 1034 or equivalent.