Astronomy Course Offerings

ASTR 1030 Astronomy (4)
A study of the universe beginning with the earth-moon system, the planets and their satellites, the sun, asteroids and comets, and continuing to the stellar system.  Star classifications, energy processes, star groups, evolution of stars and larger associations such as galaxies are studied.  Laboratory exercises include sky observations and constellation study.   PREREQUISITES: One year of high school algebra and an acceptable placement score, or DSPM 0800.  Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.

ASTR 276T  Selected Topics in Astronomy (1-6) A course which deals with topics in astronomy carefully selected to meet the needs of an individual or special group.  The course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.