AST 1050 - Introduction to Astronomy - Stars and Galaxies

Credits: 4

Prerequisite(s): Minimum performance standard scores on writing and mathematics pre-assessment placement tests

Description: This course is a brief introduction to general astronomy with an emphasis on stars and galaxies and a survey of physical processes. It covers principles of modern astronomy summarizing our present knowledge about the Sun, stars, birth and death of stars, neutron stars, black holes, galaxies, quasars, and the organization and origins of the universe.

Note: This course may be taught as a lecture, online, and self-paced.

Course Revised June 28, 2021

General Studies: Natural and Physical Sciences

Guaranteed Transfer: GS-SC1