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PHY 104: Astronomy
3 credits
This course examines the universe, its structure and origins, the Big Bang, and initial conditions. It also examines the evolution of the universe, the formation of stars, planetary systems, and galaxies. (Learning Goals:Q;Distribution Reqs:Natural Sciences)
Learning Goals
All educated citizens on the planet ought to understand the basics of the universe in which we reside. Because science plays a huge role, we need a scientific perspective: we’re a form of life on a small planet circling one ordinary star in one of a trillion galaxies in a universe that’s 13.7 billion light years (About 10 to the 23rd power in kilometers) in size. Astronomy courses give a student the chance to appreciate scientific issues faced by our society, too. And we get to appreciate the wonderful tools provided by physics and mathematics!Course Goals and Objectives1. Critical thinking about science2. Understanding how to use basic physics3. Learning how to solve problems quantitatively using a systematic approach4. Appreciating basic astronomy: through “Knowledge and Wonder”.
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Sections Offered: Fall 2025 |
| Astronomy |
| 0156-104-001 |
N. Naseri |
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Tue/Thu |
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm |
GC - NEX 126 |
3 |
This Course is Filled to Capacity |