Austin Community College
Fall 2007 - CANCELLED COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 12/18/2007 10:20:28
ASTRONOMY
16 Week Session August 27 - December 16
ASTR 1303 Stellar Astronomy
G+ [0/30] 08577 Lec 009 RGC 331 MW 8:30pm - 9:45pm OH Becker, Dean
G+ [0/32] 07161 Lec 002 RRH 204 TTh 9:30am - 10:45am Staff
ASTR 1403 Stellar Astronomy with Lab
G+ [0/24] 07441 Lec 002 CYP 2236 MW 5:40pm - 6:55pm OH Cavalli, Christina
Lab 002 CYP 2236 MW 7:05pm - 8:20pm
12 Week Session September 24 - December 16
ASTR 1303 Stellar Astronomy
G+ [0/32] 18015 Lec 003 CYP 2236 MW 5:40pm - 7:20pm Staff
ASTR 1303 Stellar Astronomy
A study of stars, galaxies, and the universe. Discussion of atomic spectra, nuclear energy, and astronomical tools (such as optical, radio, and other telescopes and image enhancers) as they provide knowledge about distant objects. Emphasis on recent discoveries about quasars, black holes, and cosmology. Credit may not be received for both ASTR 1303 and ASTR 1403. Prerequisite: MATD 0390 or two years of high school algebra or equivalent. One year of high school science recommended, but not required.
ASTR 1304 Solar System Astronomy
A study of the Sun and its solar system: planets, satellites, meteors, comets, asteroids. Theories about the structure and origin of the solar system, with emphasis on recent discoveries. Includes a scientific investigation of other solar systems and the possibilities for extraterrestrial life. Prerequisite: MATD 0390 or two years of high school algebra or equivalent. One year of high school science recommended, but not required.
ASTR 1403 Stellar Astronomy with Lab
A study of stars, galaxies, and the universe. Discussion of atomic spectra, nuclear energy, and astronomical tools (such as optical, radio, and other telescopes and image enhancers) as they provide knowledge about distant objects. Emphasis on recent discoveries about quasars, black holes, and cosmology. Includes an introduction to elements of observational astronomy. Topics include the celestial sphere and coordinates, star maps, the electromagnetic spectrum, telescopes. Emphasis on naked-eye observation and computer simulations. Students will be required to attend a night-time field trip and a day-time field trip. Credit may not be received for both ASTR 1303 and ASTR 1403. Prerequisite: MATD 0390 or two years of high school algebra or equivalent. One year of high school science recommended, but not required.