Astronomy (ASTR)
ASTR 151 Introduction to Astronomy (GS) (3 credits)
A course in the fundamentals of descriptive astronomy is especially appropriate for nonscience majors. Students study the solar system, stars, nebulae, galaxies, and universe and their relation to the earth. To fulfill a biological/physical science laboratory requirement, both ASTR 151 and ASTR 152 must be completed.
ASTR 152 Sky and Telescope Laboratory (GL) (1 credit)
An introductory laboratory course in the fundamental measurement techniques of astronomy, this course is especially appropriate for nonscience majors. Instruction focuses on selected portions of the solar system, nebulae and galaxies. To fulfill a biological/physical science laboratory requirement, both ASTR 151 and ASTR 152 must be completed. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): (ASTR 151 (may be taken concurrently))