Astronomy

H. Shih

Program Learning Outcomes

Course Descriptions

ASTR 110: Survey of Astronomy

Subject
Astronomy
Credits 3 Lecture Hours 45
Teaching Equivalent
3.00
Introduces the history and methods of astronomy, with descriptive treatments of planets, the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Discusses the concepts of size, distance, and time in the observable universe.
Designation
DP
Recommended Prep
High school science
Prerequisites

ENG 22 with grade C or better or placement at ENG 100, and MATH 75X with grade C or better or placement at least MATH 82, or consent.

ASTR 110L: Introduction to Astronomy Laboratory

Subject
Astronomy
Credits 1 Lab Hours 45
Teaching Equivalent
2.50
Introduces instrumentation and methods used in astronomical observations and research. Demonstrates astronomical principles through laboratory observations and analysis of astronomical data, and provides experience using instrumentation and software for observations, data collection and analysis, and image processing.
Designation
DY
Recommended Prep
ICS 101 or equivalent.
Prerequisites

ASTR 110 with grade C or better (or concurrent), and MATH 82 with grade C or better or placement at least MATH 100.