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AST 111 Astronomy

An overview of modern astronomy which illustrates the basic physical principles and methodologies underlying all the sciences. Topics include the solar system, stars and stellar systems, galaxies and cosmology. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. (University Program Group II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Credits
3(3-0)

AST 112 Introduction to Astronomical Observations

The observation and interpretation of the sky using the naked eye, small telescopes, celestial globes, and star maps. Supplements AST 111 by providing observational experience. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Pre/Co-Requisite: AST 111.(University Program Group II- A: Descriptive Sciences)

Credits
1(0-2)

AST 165 Foundations of Astronomy

Inquiry-based survey of astronomy including the observation and interpretation of the sky using the naked eye. Topics include solar system, stars, and galaxies.

Credits
1(0-2)

AST 260 General Astronomy I

A mathematical treatment of modern astronomy for majors/minors in the sciences. Coordinate systems, astronomical instruments, time, moon and eclipses, earth as a planet, other solar system objects. Prerequisite: PHY 145.

Credits
4(3-2)

AST 261 General Astronomy II

A continuation of AST 260. Stellar astronomy, interstellar matter, galactic structure, galaxies, quasars, cosmology. Prerequisite: AST 260.

Credits
4(3-2)

AST 511 Astronomy for Teachers

Teaching astronomy in the elementary, middle, and secondary schools. Appropriate subject matter, student activities, demonstrations, experiments, sources of astronomical materials, planetarium utilization. Prerequisite: AST 111.

Credits
3(2-2)

AST 562 Observational Astronomy

Astronomical coordinate systems, astronomical instruments, and the techniques of astronomical direct imaging, photometry, and spectroscopy. Prerequisites: AST 260, 261 or graduate standing. Pre/Co-requisite: PHY 322 or graduate standing.

Credits
4(3-2)

AST 563 Astrophysics

Stellar atmospheres, stellar interiors, interstellar matter and topics of current interest. Prerequisite: AST 261; or graduate standing in Physics. Pre- or co-requisite: PHY 332; or graduate standing in Physics.

Credits
3(3-0)

AST 580 Special Topics in Astronomy

Topics in astronomy or astrophysics not ordinarily covered in regular courses. Prerequisites: As specified in course syllabus.

Credits
1-9(Spec)

AST 590 Independent Study

Individual study in an area not covered in regular courses. Prior permission of the instructor must be obtained. Prerequisites: AST 260 and permission of instructor.

Credits
1-6(Spec)