AST 195 - Introductory Astronomy Laboratory

Institution:

Gateway Community and Technical College

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Description:

Involves performance of exercises in both planetary and stellar astronomy, including Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion and Newton's Laws of Motion. Examines the functions and limitations of different types of telescopes and mounts. Includes observation of the sun, moon, planets, binaries, galaxies, and nebulae. Prerequisite or corequisite: AST101 or AST191 or AST192; MT 120 or two years of high school algebra; or consent of the instructor.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gateway.kctcs.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 441-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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