10 courses with the subject AS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
scale of our Solar System, the Milky Way Galaxy, and the Universe as a whole. Hands-on exercises introduce students to the tools and techniques used to measure such immense distances. Pre- or Co-req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (N, WK-SP)
ideas to the general public by leading astronomy outreach activities with community partners. Emphasis will be on making effective scientific presentations, developing and delivering educational programs to groups of all ages, and communicating knowledge of astronomy to others. Instruction in night sky observing and telescope operation will be provided. Pre- or Co-Requisite: FYC-101. (SW-LE)
astronomers to measure the properties of celestial objects. Students will use the college's observatories to acquire and analyze astrometric, photometric, and spectroscopic data. No prior knowledge of astronomy or experience with telescopes is required. Pre-Req or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (N, WK-SP)
course in fall or spring semester plus a 2-credit short-term study abroad course in winter or summer term) is designed to provide students with a multidisciplinary exploration of astronomy and nature, the human experience, and literary expression in Chile. Students will study astronomy, the history of Chile, and expressions of Chilean culture in film, essay, and poetry with a focus on the relationship to the night sky. During two weeks in Chile, students will engage in astronomical observations, literary discussions, and cultural activities. Travels to international observatories, pre-Columbian archaeoastronomy sites, natural wonders such as the Humboldt Penguin Reserve and the Tatio Geysers, historical landmarks, and cultural events will expose students to diverse aspects of Chile's natural environment and cultural production. Prerequisite or corequisite: FYC-101. The total fee for the experience is split between the two courses, with the majority of the fee on the fall or spring semester billing and a $250 administrative fee on the winter or summer term billing. (I, N, SW-GE)
course in fall or spring semester plus a 2-credit short-term study abroad course in winter or summer term) is designed to provide students with a multidisciplinary exploration of astronomy and nature, the human experience, and literary expression in Chile. Students will study astronomy, the history of Chile, and expressions of Chilean culture in film, essay, and poetry with a focus on the relationship to the night sky. During two weeks in Chile, students will engage in astronomical observations, literary discussions, and cultural activities. Travels to international observatories, pre-Columbian archaeoastronomy sites, natural wonders such as the Humboldt Penguin Reserve and the Tatio Geysers, historical landmarks, and cultural events will expose students to diverse aspects of Chile's natural environment and cultural production. Prerequisite or corequisite: FYC-101. NOTE: The total fee for the experience is split between the two courses, with the majority of the fee on the fall or spring semester billing and a $250 administrative fee on the winter or summer term billing. (I, N, SW-GE)
in astronomy or astrophysics, under the guidance of a faculty member. May be taken multiple times for credit. Instructor permission required.
and computational skills used in modern astronomical research. Students design observing programs, acquire and calibrate data, and extract physical results using Python-based analysis. Emphasis is placed on uncertainty, documentation, and reproducible workflows. Topics may include photometry, time-series analysis, astrometry, spectroscopy, and the use of public survey archives, as equipment and projects allow.
emphasizing physical modeling and the connection between theory and observation. Students use gravity, radiation, and thermodynamics to interpret orbital and rotational motions and to infer stellar properties from brightness and spectra. Topics may include celestial mechanics; radiation laws and spectra; and the physical foundations of stellar structure, energy generation, and evolution. Prerequisite: PC-301.
large-scale phenomena beyond single-star systems, emphasizing how physical models are tested against observations. Topics may include compact objects; accretion and high-energy radiation; the interstellar medium and star formation; galaxy structure and dynamics; and an introduction to extragalactic astronomy and cosmology, including evidence for an expanding universe. Prerequisite: AS-430.
POE students, completed within the a student's final 30 credits at Juniata. Students apply skills developed across the POE to design and complete an observational, computational, or theoretical investigation under faculty guidance. The course culminates in a formal written report and a public presentation of results. Requires senior class standing and instructor permission. AS-INS Astronomy Independent Study (1-4 credits) Independent study courses in Astronomy. Instructor permission required.
Source: Juniata College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
