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Descriptive Astronomy (AST-111)

This course introduces an overall view of modern astronomy. Topics include an overview of the solar system, the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them.

Credits
Class Credits 3
Lab Credits 0
Clinic Credits 0
Work Credits 0
Total Credit Hours 3
Details
Department

Astronomy (AST)

Corequisites

Student must take the following course along with this course: Descriptive Astronomy Lab (AST-111A)

Offered Spring

Yes

Note

Note: In accordance with the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement, this course has been approved to satisfy the Universal General Education Transfer Component requirement for natural sciences in the A.A. degree program. This course has been approved to meet the natural sciences requirement in A.A.S. degree programs.

Disclaimer

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