ASTR 101 - DESCRIPTIVE ASTRONOMY

    Recent Professors
    Rica Sirbaugh French
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    5.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Summer 2026 Sections
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    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 course surveys the entire universe while emphasizing the nature and process of physical science. Additional topics include Newton's laws and gravitation, historical astronomy, electromagnetic radiation, optics and telescopes, cosmology, and astrobiology. Formerly ASTR 101.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:15pm