ASTR 10 - Descriptive Astronomy

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    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: MATH 201 or MATH 230 or MATH 240 or MATH 210D or appropriate placement into transfer level Math through multiple measures assessment process
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    Survey of astronomy at a descriptive level: Development of modern astronomy, light, astronomical instruments, the sun, formation and evolution of the solar system, the terrestrial planets, the Jovian planets, asteroids, comets, planets around other stars, and a brief survey of stars. Not open for credit to students who have completed or are currently enrolled in ASTR 1.
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    Mon 9:30am–12:20pm