Astronomy (Fridays 9:00 - 11:00 AM)
Astronomy (Fridays 9:00 - 11:00 AM)
Description: This junior/senior level astronomy course will cover our current understanding of the celestial world, from the life cycle of stars, to distant planets, to black holes, pulsars, and quasars. Astronomical instrumentation and its evolution will also be covered (how do we know what we know?). Other topics will include astrobiology, space exploration, and unsolved problems in astronomy
Recommended Grades: 11th-12th
Text: Astronomy Today, 8/e, Chaisson/McMillan, Mastering Astronomy access required
Prerequisite: Physics (highly recommended, not required)
Registration Fee: $65
Tuition: $90/month

- Item #: AST-FRI-9:00AM