Introduction to Cosmology
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Overview
Subject area
ASTR
Catalog Number
203
Course Title
Introduction to Cosmology
Department(s)
Description
A scientific introduction to galaxies and the structure, origin and fate of the Universe. Topics include gravity, special and general relativity, electromagnetic radiation, galaxies and galaxy clusters, and Hubble's law. Also discussed are the expansion of the Universe, the Big Bang, inflation, and the parameters thatdetermine the fate and content of Universe: dark matter, the density of matter in the Universe, the cosmological constant and the fluctuations in the cosmic microwave background radiation. 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
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