Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics for Majors

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This one-semester course uses basic physical principles of mechanics, optics, and radiation to provide an introduction to modern astronomy and astrophysics. Topics include the solar system, stars, interstellar matter, galaxies, and cosmology. The underlying observations (from radio to gamma rays) are used to provide a fundamental understanding of topics and their historical background. Several observing projects will be completed at the observatory in the Jordan Hall of Science.