ASTRONOMY (ASTR)
ASTR 106 INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY
4 Credit Hours
Introduction to the study of the Universe, including the latest theories on the origin of the Universe, the solar system and Earth; origin of galaxies, stars, planets, asteroids, meteoroids, comets, etc., stressing modern techniques of gathering information about the Universe; May include planetarium visits and other astronomy related field trips. (3 lecture)
Corequisite(s): ASTR 106L
ASTR 106L INTRO TO ASTRONOMY LAB
0 Credit Hours
The lab portion of ASTR 106 will include observations of the sky, use of telescopes and use of the celestial sphere and star charts. (2 lab)
Corequisite(s): ASTR 106
ASTR 297 SPECIAL TOPICS
1 Credit Hour
(1 lecture)