AST 140 - PLANETARY SCIENCE

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Astronomy

Description:

This course provides an introduction to the observational and quantitative techniques used to understand the characteristics, origin, and evolution of our Solar System. Topics include the formation and evolution of planets, asteroids, comets, moons, and rings. In laboratory exercises, students will use data from NASA and other missions to explore the dynamic evolution of our Solar System.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2014 - 08/14/2021 

Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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