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2017-2018 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG–FOR INFORMATION ONLY]

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PHYS 1040 - Elementary Astronomy

3 Credit(s)

A conceptual study of basic astronomy including the night sky as observed from the earth, apparent and real motions of celestial objects, a short history of the development of theories and tools used in astronomy, the wave and particle theories of light and their application, an overview of the solar system including planets, comets, asteroids, and meteors, and a non-mathematical approach to the nature of stars, stellar evolution, and cosmology. Designed for non-science majors and those seeking a science endorsement for teaching Earth Science in secondary schools. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a physical science major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (Fall, Spring)

Co-requisite: PHYS 1045 
General Education Course: Physical Science Knowledge Area


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