Astronomy (ASTROMY)
Astronomy (ASTROMY) 201
Descriptive Astronomy
Descriptive survey of major astronomical facts, concepts, and relationships, starting with the solar system and extending to stars, galaxies, and cosmogonies. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
Eligibility for ENGLISH 101 based on prior coursework or appropriate score on Placement Test; or Consent of Department Chair
3 Lecture hours. 3 Credit Hours.
Offered At: DA, HW, MX, TR, WR
IAI: P1 906 GE: Physical Sciences
Astronomy (ASTROMY) 203
The Solar System
A laboratory course that investigates the solar system and the tools used to explore it. Topics include planetary motion, electromagnetic radiation, the formation of the solar system, the physical natures of planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, and discoveries of extrasolar planets. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
Eligibility for ENGLISH 101 and successful completion of MATH 99 or higher.
2 Laboratory hours. 3 Lecture hours. 4 Credit Hours.
Offered At: HW, WR
IAI: P1 906L GE: Physical Sciences