PHYS 1411 - Introductory Astronomy I

Institution:

Tarleton State University

Subject:

Physics

Description:

A laboratory science course of study in the topics of astronomy and astrophysics, including the history of astronomy, Kepler's laws, gravitation, formation of the solar system, asteroids, comets, meteors, a detailed survey of the planets and their evolution, and discussion on the possibility of extraterrestial life in the universe. Prerequisites: Two semesters of high school algebra or MATH 0304. Lab fee $8.

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2010 - 08/14/2014 

Institution Website:

www.tarleton.edu

Phone Number:

(254) 968-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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