Introduction to Astronomy I

Three credits · Undergraduate

This course provides an introduction to astronomy for students who have no background in mathematics or science. Topics include observing the night sky with and without optical aid, the development of astronomy and related sciences, time and calendars, the evolution of the solar system, sun, planets, comets, and meteors. Observing sessions will be arranged. This course is intended for non-science students but may be taken by science students as an elective. PHYS 371 is recommended for science students. Credit will be granted for only one of PHYS 171, PHYS 271, or PHYS 371. Three credits.