Stars and the Milky Way

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Overview

Subject area

ASTR

Catalog Number

202

Course Title

Stars and the Milky Way

Description

A scientific introduction to the stars and our home galaxy. Topics include gravity, electromagnetic radiation, thermodynamics, fusion, stellar motions and evolution, the general properties of stars and how they are derived from theory and observation. Also discussed are the structure, size, content and rotation of the MilkyWay galaxy. Laboratory, computer and observatory exercises will be used, including at least one nighttime lab.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Laboratory

Hours

2

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

021818

Course Schedule