Spring 2024 Astronomy UN2910 section 001

Introduction to Research Skills in Astro

Astrophysics Research Ski

Call Number 14870
Day & Time
Location
F 10:00am-1:00pm
1332 Pupin Laboratories
Points 1
Grading Mode Pass/Fail
Approvals Required None
Instructor Kiyan Tavangar
Type RESEARCH SEM
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description

Participation in research is an essential component of a complete undergraduate science education, and is mandatory for those students wishing to go on to the PhD. This course is designed to introduce students to doing astronomy beyond the classroom. It will cover basic topics including but not limited to: coding in astronomy, utilizing international archives, manipulating data, running simulations, reading academic papers, making and giving presentations, academic culture, time management, working in collaborations, and career paths. Students will engage in first-hand research on a specific astronomical topic in order to put their skills to practice. By the end of the course, students should be fully prepared to enter a summer research internship and make the most of their time there. We encourage students considering majoring in Astronomy or Astrophysics who are interested in astrophysical research to take this course. Priority will be given to those interested in majoring in Astrophysics who have no prior research experience. Students should have taken at least one semester of college-level physics and have a knowledge of calculus. No prior experience in python coding is required.

Web Site Vergil
Department Astronomy
Enrollment 13 students (16 max) as of 9:05AM Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Subject Astronomy
Number UN2910
Section 001
Division Interfaculty
Open To Barnard College, Columbia College, Engineering:Undergraduate, Global Programs, General Studies, Journalism, Professional Studies
Section key 20241ASTR2910W001