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Courses in Astronomy


Notes:

  • You may not take both Astronomy 100 and 311 for credit
  • If you take Astronomy 205 or 206, you may not take 100 or 311 for credit.
  • You may not earn credit in both Astronomy 105 and 205, or 106 and 206.


ASTR 100. Unveiling the Universe. 3 cr. An encounter with man's ideas concerning the physical universe, from earth to intergalactic space. Two hrs lec, two hrs lab per week, some night observations. GDR:NS

ASTR 205. The Solar System. 4 cr. A contemporary perspective with emphasis on understanding basic principles of astronomy, coordinate systems, telescopes, planetary phenomena, and recent results of planetary exploration. Three hrs lec, three hrs lab per week, some night observations . Prereq: Mathematics 100 or equiv or cons chair. GDR:NS

ASTR 206. Stars and Stellar Systems. 4 cr. An examination of the content and evolution of the universe, including the birth and death of stars, the nature of galaxies, and the mystery of quasars and blackholes, with emphasis on understanding physical concepts. Three hrs lec, three hrs lab per wk, some night observations. Prereq: Mathematics 100 or equiv or cons chair. GDR: NS

ASTR 311. Introduction to Astronomy. 3 cr. Descriptive approach to astronomy through study of the solar system, stars, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies; evening meetings required for observations; use telescopes and planetarium. Not open to students who have had 105 and 106, or 205 and 206. GDR:NS BS

ASTR 370. Astronomy for Teachers. 4 cr. An introduction, with emphasis on the Earth, moon, sun, and the total solar system, stars, star systems, and recent discoveries; emphasis on teaching. Prereq: Experience in, or preparation for, teaching science.

ASTR 371. Laboratory in Planetarium Studies. 2 cr. Planetarium studies, laboratory exercises, night sky observations, geometric optics, atomic physics, spectrum analysis, celestial sphere exercises, the Moon, Saturn and its rings, the Sun and sunspots, stellar classification, and curriculum materials for grades K-8. Four hrs lab per wk, night observations. Prereq: Experience in, or preparation for, teaching science

ASTR 380. Selected Topics. 1-3 cr. Subtitle will designate topic. Prereq: Cons instr.

ASTR 796. Independent Study. 1-4 cr. Planned study designed to enrich and supplement the student's preparation in astronomy. Regular scheduled conferences with staff supervisor.

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