ASTRON 12 Astronomy Observational Lab Description: Observational laboratory in astronomy. Students will utilize small aperture telescopes, binoculars, star charts and planispheres. Constellation identification and terrestrial and celestial coordinate systems will be introduced. Short exposure and deep sky astrophotography will be conducted. In the case of inclement weather, students will utilize the planetarium, classroom, or computer lab to perform required labs. Prerequisites: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in ASTRON 3 OR ASTRON 4 Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 and Course Eligibility for MATH 150 or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates Transferability: CSU; UC  Repeatability: Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP Fee: $4.00 Grading Type: Grade or P/NP Sections listed are for

Sect Days Hours Instructor Location Room Units Status Total Seats Current Enrollment Seats Remaining Date Begin/End Date Final Exam Books 8722   Online +10.50 hours per week Sparks L Stevick J Online Online 1.00 Restricted 40 46 0 02/01-03/07 To Be Arranged        This class will have a mandatory synchronous orientation via Zoom on Thursday, 2/4 from 6:30-8pm. There will be three additional synchronous Zoom meetings from 6:30-8pm on Wednesday, 2/10, Thursday, 2/18 and Thursday, 2/25. This compressed class will have approximately 9 hours per week of online, asynchronous content.   The above section is VA Approved 4221   Online +10.50 hours per week Waxman K Sparks L Online Online 1.00 Restricted 40 48 0 04/05-05/09 To Be Arranged        This class will have a mandatory synchronous orientation via Zoom on Thursday, 4/8 from 6:30-8pm. There will be three additional synchronous Zoom meetings from 6:30-8pm on Thursday, 4/15, Thursday, 4/22, and Thursday, 4/29. This compressed class will have approximately 9 hours per week of online, asynchronous content.   The above section is VA Approved