PHY 116 - Cosmos

Institution:

Niagara County Community College

Subject:

PHY - Physics

Description:

An introductory, interdisciplinary course which studies the essence of astronomical knowledge as a product of man¿s application of the ¿Copernican Principle.¿ The interplay between science and cultural beliefs and how philosophical and religious beliefs have enhanced or conflicted with scientific principles is discussed. Human activity on Earth and its implication on ecology are compared to other planetary ecologies. Stellar evolution including starbirth, Main Sequence stage and stellar demise is discussed with sun as a model star. Recent astronomical findings by many space probes including the Hubble Space Telescope are discussed. (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.) Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Natural Sciences (N)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.niagaracc.suny.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 614-6222

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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