AST - 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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
PHY 145
Corequisites
None.
A continuation of
AST 260. Stellar astronomy, interstellar matter, galactic structure, galaxies, quasars, cosmology. Prerequisite:
AST 260.
Credits
4(3-2)
Prerequisites
AST 260
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
AST 111
Corequisites
None.
Astronomical coordinate systems, astronomical instruments, and the techniques of astronomical direct imaging, photometry, and spectroscopy. Prerequisites:
AST 261 or graduate standing. Pre/Co-requisite:
PHY 322 or graduate standing.
Credits
4(3-3)
Prerequisites
AST 261 or graduate standing
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
AST 261; or graduate standing in Physics
Corequisites
None.
Topics in astronomy or astrophysics not ordinarily covered in regular courses. Prerequisites: As specified in course syllabus.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
As specified in course syllabus
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
AST 260 and permission of instructor
Corequisites
None.