ASTR G100 - Introduction to Astronomy
- Recent Professors
- Mark Thomason, Eric Minassian
- Recent Semesters
- Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
- Class Size
- 40–80 students
- Credits
- 3
- Fall 2026 Sections
- View Fall 2026 sections of ASTR G100
- 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. The historical development of the science of astronomy is emphasized.
- Usually Held
- Mon 6:35pm–9:45pm