ASTR 150 - Astronomy for Scientists

Unit(s): 3 Lecture: 3 hours

A survey of astronomy designed primarily for science majors, this course presents the physics and mathematics underlying modern astronomy. The course covers the composition and nature of the universe - from our own solar system, to stars and stellar evolution, interstellar matter, galaxies, and clusters of galaxies. Fulfills GE Area B1 or B3.

Prerequisite(s): Pre or Co-requisite: MATH 160, MATH 161 or MATH 161X, or consent of instructor.