ASTR 320 - Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology

    Recent Professors
    Mahbubul A. Khandaker, Clayton G. Bratton, Charles H. Armstrong, Nana Ngassam
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ASTR 320
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This is a descriptive course treating the nature and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the astronomical theories of the origin and evolution of the Universe. Emphasis will be placed on how astronomers gain and refine their knowledge of the universe, and students will interpret the latest results of related astronomy research. Students enrolled in this course will have the opportunity to attend astronomy related activities, such as the Open Observatory or dark sky events.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:30pm–2:50pm, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:20pm, Mon Wed 9:00am–10:20am, Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:20pm