- Astronomy and Cosmologies

Institution:

The Evergreen State College

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Description:

Faculty: E. J. Zita (physics, astronomy) Major areas of study include astronomy, physics, mythology and history of science. Class Standing: Sophomores or above; transfer students welcome. Prerequisites: Strong writing and algebra skills. In Astronomy and Cosmologies, we will learn beginning-to-intermediate astronomy through lectures, discussions, interactive workshops, and observations. We will use naked eyes, binoculars, and telescopes. We will build simple astronomical tools such as spectrometers, motion demonstrators, and position finders. We will learn about the structure and evolution of our universe and celestial bodies. Students will research a question that interests them, share research with classmates, and publish their work on our program Web page. We will also discuss cosmologies: how people across cultures and throughout history have understood the universe and our place in it. We will study creation stories and world views, from those of ancient peoples to modern astrophysicists. We will learn ways in which human understanding and knowledge are constructed. Students are invited to help organize an optional field trip to a location with clear skies. Students must be willing to work in teams and to use computer-based learning tools, including the Internet. We may have some online seminars using chat-room software. Look for program details and updates on the Academic Program Web page, linked to the professor's homepage. Total: 16 credits. Enrollment: 25 Special Expenses: $15 equipment fee; optional field trip expense is possible. Program is preparatory for careers and future studies in astronomy, education, science, history and philosophy of science. A similar program is expected to be offered in 2009-10

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16.00

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Institution Website:

www.evergreen.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 867-6170

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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