Course Descriptions - Astronomy

Introduction to Astronomy

AST 220

Pre-requisite: None

Co-requisite: None

This course covers the history of astronomy and the development of astronomical thought leading to the birth of modern astronomy and its most recent development. Emphasis is placed on the coverage of astronomical instruments and measuring technologies, the solar system, the Milky Way galaxy, important extra-galactic objects, and cosmology. Laboratory is required.

Credit hours: 4
Contact hours: 5