Austin Community College
Spring 2008 - ALL COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 06/12/2008 15:25:29
ASTRONOMY
16 Week Session January 14 - May 11
ASTR 1303 Stellar Astronomy
ASTR 1303 is equivalent to PHYS 1311
G+ [17/24] 13445 Lec 002 CYP 2222 TTh 1:25pm - 2:40pm OH Cavalli, Christina
G+ [17/30] 13446 Lec 003 PIN 302 MW 12:00pm - 1:15pm OH Richmond, Marvin
G+ [25/32] 13447 Lec 004 RGC 328 MW 10:35am - 11:50am OH Heath, James
G+ [27/32] 13448 Lec 005 RGC 328 TTh 12:00pm - 1:15pm OH Fulton, John
G+ [15/24] 13450 Lec 007 RGC 343 TTh 5:40pm - 6:55pm OH Becker, Dean
G+ [11/24] 13449 Lec 006 RVS 2221 MW 4:15pm - 5:30pm OH Richmond, Marvin
ASTR 1304 Solar System Astronomy
ASTR 1304 is equivalent to PHYS 1312
G+ [12/24] 13451 Lec 001 CYP 2222 MW 1:25pm - 2:40pm OH Crane, Gary
G+ [17/24] 13453 Lec 003 NRG 4146 TTh 1:25pm - 2:40pm OH Crane, Gary
G+ [0/24] 13452 Lec 002 NRG 2213 TTh 8:30pm - 9:45pm OH Springen, Clyde
G+ [11/32] 13455 Lec 006 RGC 328 MW 5:40pm - 6:55pm OH Heath, James
G+ [24/30] 13456 Lec 008 RGC 328 TTh 10:35am - 11:50am OH Heath, James
G+ [0/25] 13454 Lec 004 RRH 204 TTh 9:30am - 10:45am OH Crane, Gary
ASTR 1403 Stellar Astronomy with Lab
ASTR 1403 is equivalent to PHYS 1411
G+ [12/22] 13490 Lec 001 NRG 4146 TTh 7:05pm - 8:20pm OH Richmond, Marvin
Lab 001 NRG 4119 TTh 8:30pm - 9:45pm
G+ [9/24] 13491 Lec 002 RVS 2221 MW 7:05pm - 8:20pm OH Fulton, John
Lab 002 RVS 2221 MW 8:30pm - 9:45pm
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.