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5.00 Credits
Non-technical introduction to astronomy, with emphasis on stars, galaxies, and the origin and evolution of the universe. Topics covered include the nature of light, atoms, and telescopes; the birth, evolution, and death of stars (including an introduction to black holes); the Milky Way Galaxy and its development over time; normal galaxies, active galaxies, and cannibal galaxies; and the Big Bang model (of the origin and ultimate fate of the cosmos). No background in science or math is assumed. Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in ASTR 10L is recommended. Five hours lecture. GE Area: Natural Sciences
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5.00 Credits
A non-technical introduction to astronomy, with an emphasis on stars, galaxies, and the origin and evolution of the universe, with additional material for honors students. Topics covered include the nature of light, atoms, and telescopes; the birth, evolution, and death of stars (including an introduction to black holes); the Milky Way Galaxy and its development over time; normal galaxies, active galaxies, and cannibal galaxies; and the Big Bang model (of the origin and ultimate fate of the cosmos.) Prerequisite: Honors Institute participant. Five hours lecture. GE Area: Natural Sciences
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1.00 Credits
A hands-on approach to the scientific method, using astronomical data and equipment. Divided into small lab groups, students will do experiments and observing projects about a range of astronomical topics, including star and constellation finding, the phases of the Moon, the reasons for the seasons, the rotation, revolution, and sphericity of the Earth, the H-R Diagram and the classification of stars, HubbleÃs Law and the expansion of the universe, the questionable validity of astrology, the moons of Jupiter, etc. Each session will also include guided discussion of the meaning and importance of the data and how the particular activity fits into the larger scheme of understanding the universe and applying the scientific method. Two hours lecture-laboratory, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Natural Sciences
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0.50 Credits
0.5 Unit For students who desire or require additional help in attaining comprehension and competency in astronomy. Advisory: Pass/No Pass. Repeatability: Any combination of ASTR 190, 190X, 190Y & 190Z may be taken for a maximum of 12 units. One-half hour lecture, one and one-half hours lecture-laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.00 Credits
For students who desire or require additional help in attaining comprehension and competency in astronomy. Advisory: Pass/No Pass. Repeatability: Any combination of ASTR 190, 190X, 190Y & 190Z may be taken for a maximum of 12 units. One-half hour lecture, three and one-half hours lecture-laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.50 Credits
For students who desire or require additional help in attaining comprehension and competency in astronomy. Advisory: Pass/No Pass. Repeatability: Any combination of ASTR 190, 190X, 190Y & 190Z may be taken for a maximum of 12 units. One-half hour lecture, five and one-half hours lecture-laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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2.00 Credits
For students who desire or require additional help in attaining comprehension and competency in astronomy. Advisory: Pass/No Pass. Repeatability: Any combination of ASTR 190, 190X, 190Y & 190Z may be taken for a maximum of 12 units. One-half hour lecture, seven and one-half hours lecture-laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.00 Credits
A seminar in directed readings, discussions and projects in astronomy. Specific topics to be determined by the instructor. Prerequisite: Honors Institute participant. One hour lecture. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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1.00 Credits
A seminar in directed reading and discussion in astronomy. An opportunity to do astronomical research and observing at Foothill College Observatory. Advisory: Previous experience in astronomy is optional. Repeatability: Any combination of ASTR 36, 36X, & 36Y may be taken for a maximum 18 units of credit. Three hours laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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2.00 Credits
A seminar in directed reading and discussion in astronomy. An opportunity to do astronomical research and observing at Foothill College Observatory. Advisory: Previous experience in astronomy is optional. Repeatability: Any combination of ASTR 36, 36X, & 36Y may be taken for a maximum 18 units of credit. Six hours laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
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