Astronomy
ASTRO-010 - Introduction to Astronomy |
| Astronomy 010 is an introductory course in general astronomy. Its topics include the history of astronomy and the development of modern astrophysics, the structure and origin of the solar system and the Milky Way, the birth and death of stars, galaxies, and the search for extraterrestrial life. The scientific method and the fundamental laws of physics are stressed. Special emphasis is placed on recent research in astronomy and the latest discoveries and tools used in modern astronomy. Astronomy 010 satisfies the requirement for a general education course in Physical Science without lab. |
| Units: 3 |
| Lecture Hours: 3 | Lab Hours: None | Repeatable: No | Grading: L |
| Advisory Level — Read: 3 | Write: 3 | Math: 2 |
| Transfer Status: CSU/UC | Degree Applicable: AA/AS |
ASTRO-010L - Introductory Astronomy Lab |
| This is an introductory laboratory course in general astronomy, and includes observations done with telescopes at the observatory. Students will learn to identify constellations and will model the apparent motion of planets and stars in the sky. Students will investigate the geology of terrestrial planets and the dramatic chemical differences found amongst planets and satellites of our solar system. Astronomy 010L will also cover the different stages of stellar evolution, making use of computer simulations to illustrate the changes in size and solar stars go through as they age. Acceptable as a CSU lab science requirement only if student has completed ASTRO 010 previously or concurrently. |
| Units: 1 |
| Lecture Hours: None | Lab Hours: 3 | Repeatable: No | Grading: L |
| Prerequisite: ASTRO 010, or ASTRO 014, or ASTRO 016, minimum grade "C", or concurrent enrollment |
| Advisory Level — Read: 3 | Write: 3 | Math: 1 |
| Transfer Status: CSU | Degree Applicable: AA/AS |
ASTRO-014 - Solar System Astronomy |
| Solar System Astronomy is an introductory course focusing on the main physical processes governing the solar system formation and its evolution. It introduces the scientific methodology adopted by astronomers to establish self consistent models of celestial processes. It highlights the latest achievements in space exploration on planets and their moons, and other minor bodies such as asteroids, comets, and dwarf planets. Special consideration is given to current research focusing on origins of life and the search for evidence of extraterrestrial life, past or present. |
| Units: 3 |
| Lecture Hours: 3 | Lab Hours: None | Repeatable: No | Grading: L |
| Advisory Level — Read: 3 | Write: 3 | Math: 2 |
| Transfer Status: CSU/UC | Degree Applicable: AA/AS |
ASTRO-016 - Stars, Galaxies, and the Origin of the Universe |
| Stars, Galaxies, and the Origin of the Universe is an introductory course in stellar properties, interstellar medium, galaxies, and the structure of the universe for non-science majors. It describes the main phases of stellar evolution, the stellar population of the Milky Way Galaxy, the different types of galaxies and the properties of our universe in large scale. Additional topics include the development of the Big Bang theory, the Hubble flow, and the presence of dark matter in the galactic halo and dark energy in the intergalactic space. This course satisfies the requirement for a general education course in Physical Science without lab. |
| Units: 3 |
| Lecture Hours: 3 | Lab Hours: None | Repeatable: No | Grading: L |
| Advisory Level — Read: 3 | Write: 3 | Math: 2 |
| Transfer Status: CSU/UC | Degree Applicable: AA/AS |