ASTR 109 - Introduction to the Solar System

    Recent Professors
    Christina M. Manzano King, Aaron J. Roy, Mary M. Usufzy, Denyz A. Melchor, Apostol Gramada, Herminio Carrillo, Andrew R. Lerman, David C. Murphy
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    Surveys history of astronomy, recent research and observations of the planets, moons, and other solar system objects. Exploration of light and gravity to understand formation, properties, and motion of Solar System objects.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:15pm–2:40pm, Tue Thu 4:25pm–5:50pm, Tue Thu 1:45pm–3:10pm, Tue Thu 2:10pm–3:35pm