Astronomy

The nature of stars as individuals and as groups. Astronomical instruments, the sun, stellar evolution, recent developments in astronomy (black holes, quasars, etc.), a survey of the solar system. Use of the College Observatory. Designed for non-science majors to fulfill laboratory science requirements and for science majors as an elective. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 0980 or higher, eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

Introduction to the evolution and properties of the planets, asteroids, comets, and other members of the solar system; includes an historical review of models of the solar system. Lecture/laboratory/observatory sessions. Writing in content area. Designed for non-science majors to fulfill laboratory science requirements and for science majors as a free elective. Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 0980 or higher, eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee

Constellation identification, photography, observation of planets and deep sky objects, planning and conducting observatory sessions for visiting groups. Optional activities include planetarium and observatory field trips. One night each week in the laboratory or at the Observatory, weather permitting. Lecture/observation.