Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class Size35 studentsCredits3.5PrerequisiteIntermediate Algebra or placement into any Math course numbered 001-099 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionMethods of investigation used by astronomers. Positional and practical astronomy, dynamical astronomy and modern astrophysics. Use of instruments, techniques of observation. Night lab occasionally substitutes for a lecture period. Total of 54 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.Usually HeldMon Wed 4:00pm–5:25pm, Mon 6:30pm–8:35pm, Thu 6:30pm–8:35pm, Tue Thu 4:00pm–5:25pm 