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. This course enables students to view the historical development of astronomy, to be aware of the tools of astronomy, and to critically analyze collected data to achieve an appreciation of the nature of the universe. This study begins with the ancient concept of the heavens, through medieval investigations of natural laws, and leads to present concepts. Formerly ASTR 110. Not open to students with credit in ASTR 110. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, CSU-B1, IGETC-5A, Cal-GETC-5A)

This laboratory course reinforces fundamental principles and concepts of astronomy by applying the scientific method through experiments, observations, and/or simulations. Formerly ASTR 112. Not open to students with credit in ASTR 112. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, CSU-B3, IGETC-5C, Cal-GETC-5C)

A lecture/field course designed to enhance the student's appreciation of the night sky. Topics include optics and telescopes, constellation study, and interpretation of astronomical phenomena observable with the unaided eyes, binoculars, and telescopes. Evening field trips will be scheduled. (CSU)

This course investigates the origin of our Solar System and how its contents change with time. The course surveys and analyzes the physical properties of solar system contents, including the Sun, planets, moons, rings, comets and asteroids. Methods of space exploration will be discussed as related to past, current, and future efforts. Topics include: origins of the chemical elements in our solar system, formation and evolution of the solar system; comparative planetology (geology and atmosphere), gravitational and thermal effects on solar system objects, space exploration, and recent developments in the search for extrasolar planets. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, CSU-B1, IGETC-5A, Cal-GETC-5A)