AST 1002 - Descriptive Astronomy

3 hours Lecture, 3 credit(s)
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Placement at the college level or completion of required college preparatory courses
This course provides a conceptual survey of the universe beyond the atmosphere. The curriculum uses a non-mathematical approach to study the nature, origin and fate of the solar system, the stars, galaxies, galactic features, and the cosmos. The course emphasizes complex processes through visualization, research, and direct observation. Students should have college level-reading and writing skills sufficient to write short papers,and basic mathematical skills including an understanding of scientific notation.

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