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ASTR 1210: Introduction to the Sky and Solar System
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
A study of the night sky primarily for non-science majors. Provides a brief history of astronomy through Newton. Topics include the properties of the sun, earth, moon, planets, asteroids, meteors and comets; origin and evolution of the solar system; life in the universe; and recent results from space missions and ground-based telescopes.
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ASTR 1220: Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
A study of stars, star formation, and evolution primarily for non-science majors. Topics include light, atoms, and modern observing technologies; origin of the chemical elements; supernovae, pulsars, neutron stars, and black holes; structure and evolution of our galaxy; nature of other galaxies; active galaxies and quasars; expanding universe, cosmology, the big bang, and the early universe.
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ASTR 1230: Introduction to Astronomical Observation
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Primarily for non-science majors. An independent laboratory class, generally meeting at night, in which students work individually or in small groups on observational projects that focus on the study of constellations, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Binoculars, 6- through 10-inch telescopes, and imaging equipment are used extensively at the department’s student observatory. Some projects use computers to simulate observations taken with much larger telescopes. Prerequisite/corequisite: ASTR 121 or 124, or instructor permission. Note: All astronomy courses may be used to satisfy the College natural sciences area requirements. Both ASTR 121 and 124 cover complementary subject matter at an introductory level. Each
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ASTR 124: Introduction to Stars,Galaxies,and the Universe
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
A study of stars, star formation, and evolution primarily for non-science majors. Topics include light, atoms, and modern observing technologies; origin of the chemical elements; supernovae, pulsars, neutron stars, and black holes; structure and evolution of our galaxy; nature of other galaxies; active galaxies and quasars; expanding universe, cosmology, the big bang, and the early universe. (S) Credits: 3
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ASTR 1240: Introduction to Stellar Evolution
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
The course provides an introduction to stars, star formation, and evolution primarily for non-science majors. Topics include light, atoms, origin of the chemical elements, supernovae, pulsars, neutron stars and black holes.
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ASTR 1270: Unsolved Mysteries in the Universe
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
An exploration of the unsolved mysteries in the universe and the limits of our knowledge for non-science majors. The class emphasizes the nature of scientific endeavor, and explores the boundaries between science, philosophy, and metaphysics. A number of thought provoking topics are discussed including the beginning and end of the universe, black holes, extraterrestrial life, the nature of time, dark matter and dark energy.
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ASTR 130: Introduction to Astronomical Observation
3.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Primarily for non-science majors. An independent laboratory class, generally meeting at night, in which students work individually or in small groups on observational projects that focus on the study of constellations, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Binoculars, 6- through 10-inch telescopes, and imaging equipment are used extensively at the department's student observatory. Some projects use computers to simulate observations taken with much larger telescopes. (S) Prerequisites & Notes Prerequisite/corequisite: ASTR 121 or 124, or instructor permission. Note: All astronomy courses may be used to satisfy the College natural sciences area requirements. Both ASTR 121 and 124 cover complementary subject matter at an introductory level. Each Credits: 3
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ASTR 1500: Seminar
1.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Primarily for first and second year students, taught on a voluntary basis by a faculty member. Topics vary.
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ASTR 1510: Seminar
1.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Primarily for first and second year students, taught on a voluntary basis by a faculty member. Topics vary.
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ASTR 1559: New Course in Astronomy
1.00 - 4.00 Credits
University of Virginia-Main Campus
New course in the subject of astronomy.
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