PHY 1140 - Astronomy: Exploring the Universe

4 cr

An exploration of our Universe, beginning with the creation of the Universe and covering all its parts such as galaxies, stars, black holes, planets, comets, asteroids, and life. Telescopes and space travel, tools used to explore our Universe, will also be covered. The scientific process and the ability to communicate scientific ideas will be emphasized. Lab activities include day and night time observations of the sky.
Lecture and lab.
This course fulfills the Scientific and Mathematical Understanding Frame of Reference.
Lab fee $50.
Periodically