AST103

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Introduction to Astronomy

Astronomy Science

Subject code

AST

Course Number

103

Course Title

Introduction to Astronomy

General Education Category

Natural Sciences

Semester Offered

Fall and Spring
No Prerequisites

Activity

No

Course Fee(s)

No

Description

A survey of modern astronomy introducing topics from our solar system and other planetary systems, galaxies, the evolution of stars, and the methods and technology used to explore planetary and stellar processes. Included with this course is a lab that introduces the student to astronomical observations with the use of a series of telescopes and lab exercises.