Nov 25, 2024

CVCC 2018-19 General Catalog-Spring 2019 RISE Pilot Update-Volume 47, Number 2

CVCC 2018-19 General Catalog-Spring 2019 RISE Pilot Update-Volume 47, Number 2 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

AST 152 - General Astronomy II

(Coll/Tran)
Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a continuation of AST 151 with primary emphasis beyond the solar system. Topics include the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe, including cosmology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of astronomy. As astronomy is a branch of physics, an emphasis will be placed on the physics concepts underlying topics covered in this course.

Prerequisites: AST 151 must pass with a grade of C or higher. Corequisites: AST 152A.
When Offered: (On demand)