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Astronomy Course Descriptions
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AST 101
Introduction to Astronomy
3 credits
GE category: AAS degree only
Offered every fall and spring semester
A survey of modern astronomy covering topics about the solar system, galaxies,
evolution of stars and methods used to explore these phenomena.
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AST 102
Lab - Introduction to Astronomy
1 credit
Offered every fall and spring semester
Introduction to astronomical observation with the use of a series of telescopes
and lab exercises.
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AST 103
Introduction to Astronomy
4 credits
GE category: Lab Science
Offered every fall and spring semester
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. AST 103 is the same as AST 101
and AST 102 combined.
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