Recommended corequisite: ASTR 152 . Nonmathematical survey of modern astronomy, primarily for non-majors in science. Properties and evolution of solar system, stars, and the universe. Lecture 3 hours. Together with ASTR 152 , satisfies GE Block B2. GE B2
ASTR 152 Principles of Astronomy: Laboratory (1)
Corequisite or prerequisite: ASTR 151 . Laboratory experiments, take-home observational assignments, and field trips designed to complement ASTR 151 lecture. Laboratory 3 hours. Together with ASTR 151 , satisfies GE Block B2. GE B2
Current scientific understanding of the origin and evolution of the universe, presented in a non-mathematical form. Evolution of cosmological ideas through times and cultures. GE B3
Upper Division Courses
ASTR 311 Elements of Modern Astronomy (3) (See PHYS 311 for course description.)
Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block B. Lecture 4 hours. Scientific theories of the origins and mechanics of the universe from ancient Mediterranean and Chinese cultures to present day Big Bang Cosmologies and the Inflationary Universe Theory. GE Theme I
ASTR 411 Introduction to Astrophysics (3) (See PHYS 411 for course description.)
ASTR 488 Modern Topics in General Relativity (3) (See PHYS 488 for course description.)
