General Astronomy with Laboratory
Overview
Subject area
ASTR
Catalog Number
2
Course Title
General Astronomy with Laboratory
Department(s)
Description
Introductory course. General concepts of astronomy, planet and solar system formation, lives and deaths of stars, and observational cosmology including the Big Bang Model. The laboratory includes analysis and interpretation of astronomical data and observations. Included as a part of the laboratory are computer simulations of modern astronomical equipment. Not open to students who have passed ASTR 1.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
RLP - Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences
Course Attributes
COPT - QNSSCI (QC Science)
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Laboratory
Hours
2
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
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