Astrophysics
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Description
This class explores the physics behind planetary science, stellar processes, galactic dynamics and modern cosmology, as well as the techniques for making astronomical observations. The central ideas are demonstrated by both laboratory experiments and astronomical observations. Students give an oral presentation and submit a written essay on a particular topic in the subject area.This course may serve as the capstone for the Tier III minor In Natural Sciences.
Career
Undergraduate
Credits
Value
6
Max
4
Min
4
Course Count
1
Number Of Credits
4
Number Of Repeats
1
Repeatable
No
Contact Use
Yes
Generate Attendance
No
Left Use
Yes
Present Use
Yes
Reason Use
Yes
Tardy Use
Yes
Template Override
No
Time Use
Yes
Attendance Type
Class Meeting
Auto Create
No
Code
LEC
Instructor Contact Hours
6
Default Section Size
30
Final Exam Type
Yes
Include in Dynamic Date Calc
No
Instruction Mode
In Person
LMS File Type
Blackboard CourseInfo 4
Name
Lecture
OEE Workload Hours
0
Optional Component
No
Preferred Room Features
Academic Scheduling
Workload Hours
6