Astronomy (ASTR)

ASTR 1        3 units  
Elementary Astronomy  
54 hours lecture  
Grading: letter grade or pass/no pass.  
This course is an introduction to astronomy. Topics to be covered include the physical nature of the solar system, stars and stellar systems, galaxies and the universe as a whole, including not only their current state, but also theories of their origin and evolution.

Identifiers & Codes

Physical Science_Dept
Undergraduate
Undergraduate
191100 - Astronomy
Astronomy.

Class Size Max, Units, Hours

40
3

Requisites & Limitations on Enrollment

No
No

Transferability

Placement in General Education Areas

Catalog Information

Student Choice
No

Course Objectives & Student Learning Outcomes

  • 1. Synthesize a cosmic perspective- a broad understanding of the nature, scope, and evolution of the Universe, and where the Earth and Solar System fit in.
  • 2. Examine a limited number of crucial astronomical quantities, and analyze both the nature, and subject, of appropriate physical laws.
  • 3. Examine the history of astronomy and the evolution of scientific ideas.

Course Content

Methods of Instruction and Active Learning

Assignments for In and Out of Class

Methods of Evaluation

Representative Textbooks

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility

Modality / Distance Education Addendum

ASTR 1H        3 units  
Honors Elementary Astronomy  
54 hours lecture  
Prerequisite: Qualification for the Honors Program.  
Grading: letter grade or pass/no pass.  
This course is an honors introduction to astronomy. Topics to be covered include the physical nature of the solar system, stars and stellar systems, galaxies and the universe as a whole, including not only their current state, but also theories of their origin and evolution.

Identifiers & Codes

Physical Science_Dept
Undergraduate
Undergraduate
191100 - Astronomy
Astronomy.

Class Size Max, Units, Hours

24
3

Requisites & Limitations on Enrollment

No
No

Transferability

Placement in General Education Areas

Catalog Information

Student Choice
No

Course Objectives & Student Learning Outcomes

  • 1. Synthesize a cosmic perspective—a broad understanding of the nature, scope, and evolution of the Universe, and where the Earth and Solar System fit in.
  • 2. Examine a limited number of crucial astronomical quantities, and analyze both the nature and subject of appropriate physical laws.
  • 3. Examine the history of astronomy and the evolution of scientific ideas.

Course Content

Methods of Instruction and Active Learning

Assignments for In and Out of Class

Methods of Evaluation

Representative Textbooks

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility

Modality / Distance Education Addendum

ASTR 1L        2 units  
Astronomy Laboratory  
18 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory  
Corequisite: ASTR 1 or ASTR 1H.  
Grading: letter grade or pass/no pass.  
This course provides an introduction to observational astronomy. Various projects provide training in astronomical observation, and in the analysis of numeric and graphical data. Passing both ASTR 1 and ASTR 1L satisfies a physical science lab requirement.

Identifiers & Codes

Physical Science_Dept
Undergraduate
Undergraduate
191100 - Astronomy
Astronomy.

Class Size Max, Units, Hours

35
1
3

Requisites & Limitations on Enrollment

No
No

Transferability

Placement in General Education Areas

Catalog Information

Student Choice
No

Course Objectives & Student Learning Outcomes

  • 1. Use diagrams, tables and models of celestial motions to predict the present and future locations of celestial objects.
  • 2. Use tables and diagrams to predict the position and appearance of the Moon at various dates and times.

Course Content

Methods of Instruction and Active Learning

Assignments for In and Out of Class

Methods of Evaluation

Representative Textbooks

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility

Modality / Distance Education Addendum