SCI 139 - The Amazing Universe

Institution:

Ferrum College

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Description:

Man has always been interested in the heavens. This course will look at the history of that interest and where we are today in our knowledge of the universe. The birth and death of stars including our own sun will be discussed. New beliefs about the universe including black holes, dark matter, and the inflation theory will be presented. Time travel possibilities will be investigated. Five hours, two credits.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ferrum.edu

Phone Number:

(540) 365-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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