ASTR 100 - Introduction to Astronomy

    Recent Professors
    Vincent M. Tobin, Aundrea S. Tavakkoly
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    30–99 students
    Difficulty
    7.4Heavyout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ASTR 100
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course introduces fundamental concepts of astronomy, including the Solar System, stars, supernovae, galaxies, black holes, and the expanding universe. Students learn how to study the cosmos and what the latest discoveries reveal about the origins and fate of the universe. Online homework may be required.
    Usually Held
    Thu 6:30pm–9:35pm, Tue Thu 2:15pm–3:35pm, Mon Wed 6:30pm–9:35pm, Tue 7:00pm–10:05pm