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2020-2021 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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AST 101 - Introduction to Astronomy (4 cr.)


To study the development of astronomy from ancient times to present. The course gives a short historical development of astronomical thought followed by a study of the major topics in modern astronomy; the study includes the appropriate physics and mathematics needed to better understand the advances and development of astronomy. The level of physics and mathematics is commensurate with the background of the students in the course. The course is designed for the non-science major. Lecture/Laboratory.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra.
General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring



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