PHY 130 - Astronomy

3 Credit(s)

Non-mathematical introduction to astronomy designed primarily for non-science majors. Topics include the history and cultural impact of astronomy, properties of solar system and stellar structures. Supplemented by occasional hours of evening observation.

Course Type: Lecture
Tuition Tier: Base
Delivery Method:
In-Person, Remote
CORE42 MOTR Number - Name:
MOTR ASTR 100 - Astronomy (Lecture Only) Core MOTR Image

Course Learning Outcomes:
CLO 1) Students will perform simple calculations and understand the result in the context of the problem posed.
CLO 2) Students will describe the concepts of motion, forces, energy, and waves.
CLO 3) Students will describe the concepts of elements and matter.
CLO 4) Students will diagram our solar system and explain how it relates to the known universe.
CLO 5) Students will describe the basic motions of the solar system and the effects on the earth.
CLO 6) Students will outline how the science of astronomy has developed over the ages.
CLO 7) Students will describe the composition of the sun and the lifecycle of stars.
CLO 8) Students will describe the structure and makeup of our Universe and composition of galaxies.