ASTRONOMY (ASTR)
DIVISION: Natural Sciences
ASTR 001 ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY
3.5 unit
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.
Prerequisite(s): Intermediate Algebra or placement into any Math course numbered 001-099
Methods of investigation used by astronomers. Positional and practical astronomy, dynamical astronomy and modern astrophysics. Use of instruments, techniques of observation. Night lab occasionally substitutes for a lecture period. Total of 54 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.
Grade Mode: Letter Grade, Pass/No-Pass
ASTR 012 DESCRIPTIVE INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY
3 unit
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.
Recommended Preparation: Intermediate Algebra or placement into any Math course numbered 001-099
Origin, characteristics and evolution of the solar system, the stars, the galaxies and the universe. No credit if taken after GEOL 016 or ASTR 001. Total of 54 hours lecture.
Grade Mode: Audit, Letter Grade
ASTR 020 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1 unit
Transfer Credit: CSU
Recommended Preparation: Enrollment in or completion of any college-level (1-99) course in the Natural Sciences
Enrollment Limitation: Permission of Dean
Faculty-guided independent study of a topic in Astronomy. Total of 54 hours laboratory.
Grade Mode: Letter Grade, Pass/No-Pass