PHYS 1403 - Introductory Astronomy I

Institution:

South Texas College

Subject:

Physics (PHYS)

Description:

CRT HRS:04 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:03 This course is the first part of a general introduction to astronomy covering modern astronomical topics including: spectroscopy; telescopes and other astronomical instrumentation; stellar properties, formation and evolution; black holes; galactic properties, formation and evolution; large scale structure of the universe; and theories on the origin of the universe. Prerequisite: Pass the reading section of the ACCUPLACER Exam or completion of READ 0090 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent; pass the math section of the ACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0090 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southtexascollege.edu

Phone Number:

(956) 872-8311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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