Stars and the Milky Way
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Overview
Subject area
ASTR
Catalog Number
202
Course Title
Stars and the Milky Way
Department(s)
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