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Course Criteria
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6.00 - 12.00 Credits
Course work in History, Studio, and Education. (By arrangement only.)
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3.00 Credits
A broad introductory survey of astronomy that also provides students with an introduction to scientific methodology and the multifaceted interactions between science, technology, and society. Topics to be covered include the history of astronomy, basic observations of the night sky, the solar system, stars and stellar evolution, supernovae, pulsars, black holes, the Milky Way galaxy and other galaxies, cosmology, and the search for extra-terrestrial intelligence. Several optional observing sessions will be held on clear evenings. (formerly PHYS 0133)
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3.00 Credits
The Universe contains billions of galaxies, each including billions of stars, and many of those stars might be orbited by a planet harboring life! With those kinds of numbers, many astronomers think it likely that there are other civilizations of intelligent beings elsewhere in the Universe. But if intelligence is common, why haven't we received unambiguous signals from any of them This course will investigate the possibility of life elsewhere in the Universe, beginning with a look at life on Earth and the potential for life elsewhere in our solar system, then moving on to consider the more general requirements for life and how they might be met elsewhere. Topics will include the stellar synthesis of the elements necessary for life, recent discoveries of extrasolar planets, stellar and galactic habitability zones, possible modes of communication with other civilizations, and the potential for space travel.
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1.00 Credits
Offers students a chance to pursue topics in astronomy at a level beyond that of the introductory survey courses. One or more topics will serve as a focus for the course each semester. May be repeated for credit with different topic. Prerequisite: ASTR 0101 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Examines current topics in astronomy, with an emphasis on the application of basic principles of chemistry and physics to those topics. Both conceptual and quantitative approaches to the subject will be explored. Topics may include comparative planetology, meteorites, tidal forces, stellar evolution, nucleosynthesis, extrasolar planets, dark matter, chemistry of the interstellar medium, galactic dynamics, or cosmology. (formerly
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Involves independent work in astronomy, with the student performing an observational, experimental, or theoretical research project under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 6 credits may be applied to the major. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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2.00 - 15.00 Credits
Offers students the opportunity to explore employment opportunities in astronomy by completing a paid or unpaid internship in a business, non-profit organization, or governmental setting. Each credit of internship should correspond to approximately 40 hours of work. Students will be required to keep a log of their activities during the internship and to complete a reflective paper on their experience at its conclusion. Prerequisite: Open to General Science majors who have completed at least 75 credits.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Independent study, under the supervision of a faculty member, in an area of astronomy beyond that covered by departmental courses. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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1.00 Credits
This course consists of flight instruction and ground tutoring necessary for the student to accomplish his or her first solo flight. Lessons include elements of flight principles, pre-and-post flight procedures, taxiing and ground handling, use of flight controls, basic maneuvers, take-offs, and landings. Introduction to aircraft systems, radio communications, and air traffic control procedures. One two-hour lecture/demonstration period weekly for one semester. (Formerly MGMT 0122)
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1.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of Primary Flight 1, designed to prepare the student for solo cross-country flight. Lessons provide greater proficiency in maneuvers, stalls take-offs and landings, and emergency procedures. Introduction to night flights, various types of VFR navigation, and VOR tracing. Flight planning and cross-country flying, culminating in solo crosscountry flight. One two-hour lecture/demonstration period weekly for one semester. Prerequisite: AVIA 0122. (Formerly MGMT 0123)
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