ASTR 2 - Introduction to Planetary Systems

    Recent Professors
    Barry Allan Rice, David E. Dunn, Nancy L. Montague-Archer, Daniel R. Hale, Kevin S. Lobbestael, Joshua S. Wormley
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.0Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    General principles and fundamental facts of astronomy associated with planetary systems. Includes historical developments of planetary astronomy, basic principles of planetary system observations and analysis, and general concepts for interpreting the night sky with charts and almanacs. Particular detail given to the formation, evolution, and current condition of the Sun and Solar System, as well as current knowledge of other planetary systems. (CSU, UC)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:50am–1:15pm, Mon 11:15am–12:30pm, Mon Wed 11:00am–11:50am, Tue Thu 8:00am–8:50am