PHYS 102 - Astronomy:Stars,Galaxies,and Cosmology

Institution:

Seattle University

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Description:

An introduction to astronomy for non-science students that satisfies the Core laboratory science requirement. Topics include light and telescopes; the distance, motion, and brightness of stars; the birth and death of stars; black holes; normal and abnormal galaxies; the big bang, the expanding universe, curved spacetime, and the fate of the universe. Course includes laboratory component. Prerequisite: core mathematics or placement in MATH 120 or higher.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seattleu.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 296-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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