Astronomy (ASTR)
ASTR-C1001
Introduction to Astronomy 3 UNITS
3.0 hours lecture
This course introduces fundamental concepts of astronomy, including the Solar System, stars, supernovae, galaxies, black holes, and the expanding universe. Students learn how to study the cosmos and what the latest discoveries reveal about the origins and fate of the universe. Students learn how to study the cosmos and what the latest discoveries reveal about the origins and fate of the universe. Formerly ASTR 110, not open to students with credit in ASTR 110. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, Cal-GETC-5A)
ASTR-C1001L
Introduction to Astronomy Lab 1 UNITS
Corequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR C1001 or other locally approved astronomy lecture course
3.0 hours laboratory
This laboratory course reinforces fundamental principles and concepts of astronomy by applying the scientific method through experiments, observations, and/or simulations. Students gain practical experience with planetary, stellar, and lunar observations, celestial coordinates, and the use of basic astronomical instruments. Formerly ASTR 112, not open to students with credit in ASTR 112. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, Cal-GETC-5C)
ASTR-110
Descriptive Astronomy 3 UNITS
3.0 hours lecture
The development of modern astronomy and its techniques with an emphasis on the vocabulary of astronomy and the current understanding of our solar system, stellar evolution, our galaxy, and the structure of the universe. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, Cal-GETC-5A)
ASTR-112
General Astronomy Laboratory 1 UNITS
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in ASTR 110 or equivalent or concurrent enrollment
3.0 hours laboratory
Planet, stellar and lunar studies; acquaintance with constellations and astronomical coordinates; and use of astronomical instruments. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, Cal-GETC-5C)