Recent SemestersSpring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2022Class Size29 studentsCredits4PrerequisitePHYS A185 or PHYS A185H. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionAn introduction to astrophysics for science students. Emphasis on applying physical principles to gain a quantitative understanding of astrophysical phenomena. Topics covered include celestial mechanics; electromagnetic radiation; spectroscopy; stellar structure, evolution, and remnants; galaxies; and cosmology. Enrollment Limitation: ASTR A200 ; students who complete ASTR A200H may not enroll in or receive credit for ASTR A200 .Usually HeldMon Wed 9:35am–11:40am, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:50pm, Mon Wed 3:25pm–5:30pm