NAS 131 - Astronomy I ♦

(4 credits) Studies the major and minor bodies of the solar system, stars and nebulae of the Milky Way, and extragalactic objects. Examines life and death of stars, origin of the universe, history of astronomy, and instruments and techniques of observation.

Prerequisite(s): ENF 1 or ENF 2 as demonstrated through the placement and diagnostics tests or equivalent.

Lecture: 3 hours
Lab: Recitation and lab 3 hours
Total: 6 hours per week