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General Astronomy I

Course Course Title Class Lab/ Shop Clinical/ Co-op Credit
AST 151 General Astronomy I 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Effective Term: Summer 1997

This course introduces the science of modern astronomy with a concentration on the solar system. Emphasis is placed on the history and physics of astronomy and an introduction to the solar system, including the planets, comets, and meteors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general understanding of the solar system. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement as a general education course in Natural Science.

2014FA - New Course (S10092)

2014FA - Identified Course as UGETC
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