ASTRO 120 - Elementary Astronomy

    Recent Professors
    Paul Sasse
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SP, 2026FA
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    7.8Heavyout of 10
    Credits
    3
    2027SP Sections
    View 2027SP sections of ASTRO 120
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course presents an introduction to an elementary mathematical approach to the solving of problems relating to solar and stellar systems. Properties and evolution of stars and galaxies as well as their role in the evolution of the universe will be the major emphasis. Instrumentation used for and the analysis of electromagnetic radiation will also be discussed.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm