ASTR C1001L - Introduction to Astronomy Lab

    Recent Professors
    Mark McGovern
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Difficulty
    5.6Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    1
    Prerequisite
    Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 101. Laboratory applications of principles discussed in ASTR 101. Classroom activities and topics include the use of star charts, cause of the seasons, telescope observations of the Moon, planets, and stars; the laws of optics as related to telescopes, how light is analyzed to deduce the physical properties of stars and galaxies, Kepler's laws of planetary motion, constructing Hertzsprung-Russell diagrams to organize stellar data, cosmic distances, and the Hubble Law as it relates to the age and size of the Universe. (UC, CSU, AVC) (GE: IGETC Area 5C, CSU Area B3, AVC Area A) 108 2024-2025AVC College Catalog Athletic Training Department Description The athletic training program provides course work that emphasizes prevention, management and treatment of sports injuries. Rehabilitation and fitness are also addressed in the program. The program prepares students for transfer to a four- year college program to prepare for employment as an athletic trainer Certificate Program Certificate not applicable. Associate Degree Associate degree not available. Athletic Training Courses
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Laboratory applications of principles discussed in ASTR 101. Classroom activities and topics include the use of star charts, cause of the seasons, telescope observations of the Moon, planets, and stars; the laws of optics as related to telescopes, how light is analyzed to deduce the physical properties of stars and galaxies, Kepler's laws of planetary motion, constructing Hertzsprung-Russell diagrams to organize stellar data, cosmic distances, and the Hubble Law as it relates to the age and size of the Universe.
    Usually Held
    Tue 1:00pm–4:05pm, Wed 2:30pm–5:35pm