Astronomy 2: Stars, Galaxies, Cosmology
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Overview
Subject area
PHYS
Catalog Number
1118
Course Title
Astronomy 2: Stars, Galaxies, Cosmology
Description
Stellar astrophysics is considered, including star formation; planetary systems formation; and star properties, groupings and evolution. Galaxy properties and evolution are discussed. Following an introduction to relativity, aspects of quantum mechanics and cosmology are introduced. The search for and consequences of extraterrestrial life are considered.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- SCIENTIFIC WORLD
Pre- or Corequisite
013860
Liberal Arts
Yes
Department(s)
Credits
Minimum
4
Max
4
Components
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Laboratory
Contact Hours
2
Name
Lecture
Contact Hours
3