Astronomy (ASTR)
ASTR C1003 Units (54 lecture hours)
Introduction to Astronomy
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC: Credit Limitation: no credit for ASTR C100L unless ASTR C100 is taken previously or concurrently.
Origin; characteristics; and evolution of the solar system, the stars, the galaxies, and the universe. Historical milestones in the science of astronomy from ancient astronomers to current topics such as dark energy, dark matter, and cosmology. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing ASTR C100
ASTR C100L1 Unit (54 lab hours)
Astronomy Laboratory
Prerequisite(s): ASTR C100 or concurrent enrollment.
Advisory: Understanding of Beginning (Elementary) Algebra.
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC: Credit Limitation: No credit for ASTR C100L unless ASTR C100 is taken previously or concurrently.
A beginning astronomy laboratory course for non-science majors. The course will include sky observations with real or virtual telescopes as well as indoor experiments that utilize astronomy-based simulations. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.