Introduction to Astronomy
Overview
Subject area
AST
Catalog Number
101
Course Title
Introduction to Astronomy
Department(s)
Description
Basic exploration of the science of astronomy and what it has taught us about our place in the universe. Topics include the history of astronomy, scales of the universe, the night sky, the moon, planets of the solar system, the Sun, Earth as an astronomical body, and life in the universe.Note: Only one of the following courses may be taken for credit: AST 101 or AST 117.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FSW - Flexible Core - Scientific World
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
034787