Astronomy practice
Course: Astronomy
Structural unit: Faculty of Physics
Title
Astronomy practice
Code
ВК2.1
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
First
Year of study when the component is delivered
2023/2024
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
1 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3
Learning outcomes
Mastering the general issues of studying space objects and phenomena using physical methods, creating a physical picture of the Universe as a single whole within the framework of known physical and astronomical laws. Based on observations of individual objects and phenomena, using fundamental physical laws, the physical parameters of space bodies, such as the Sun, stars and galaxies, their chemical composition, evolution, kinematic and geometric characteristics, are established. Modern methods allow us to establish most of the physical parameters of the observed objects, as well as kinematic dependencies. Also, the ability to search, process and analyze information from various sources, including electronic resources, and the ability of students to abstract thinking, analysis and synthesis of material from various disciplines.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Know the basics of classical mechanics, general and spherical astronomy, methods of astrophysical research. In particular, the basic physical characteristics of the Sun, stars, galaxies and nebulae; methods for determining the characteristics of stars and galaxies.
• Be able to apply previous knowledge of general and spherical astronomy, methods of astrophysical research. Work independently with educational and scientific literature on astrophysics, use Internet resources.
• Assess the accuracy of the data obtained.
Course content
The normative discipline “Practical course in astronomy” is a component of the cycle of professional training of specialists of the educational and qualification level “Bachelor of Physics” and a basic one for students of the specialization “astronomy”. Within the framework of this course, students learn to use the knowledge and skills acquired within the framework of previously studied courses of general and spherical astronomy. They begin to work with measuring instruments, maps, plates, catalogs, computer programs, etc. They learn to identify and classify astrophysical objects, know their characteristic features and methods of their determination. To process observational data, construct calibration curves and take into account instrumental errors. Teaching methods: laboratory. Assessment methods: survey when passing laboratory work, test. The final grade is set on the basis of intermediate grades (80%) and test - 20%
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
Absent
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Laboratory practice
Assessment methods and criteria
Semester assessment:
1. Completion and submission of laboratory work (60 points).
2. Modular test paper РН 2.2 (10 points).
3. Abstract РН 1.2,2.1 (5, 5).
1. Final assessment in the form of a test. The maximum possible
points for the test are 20.
2. Admission requirements for the test: it is mandatory to complete and submit three laboratory works.
Language of instruction
Ukrainian
Lecturers
This discipline is taught by the following teachers
Liudmyla
Volodymyrivna
Kozak
Astronomy and Space Physics Department
Faculty of Physics
Faculty of Physics
Departments
The following departments are involved in teaching the above discipline
Astronomy and Space Physics Department
Faculty of Physics