AST 111 Astronomy: Introduction to Solar Systems
4 college credits.
MAT 117 College Algebra is strongly recommended as a prerequisite for success in this course.
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and marveled at the vastness and complexity of space? You are invited to take a deeper dive into the mind-blowing world of astronomy.
Throughout the course, you will also take a look at nearby stars and learn about the Lowell Observatory, the Challenger Space Center, the Discovery Channel Telescope, and Meteor Crater, the largest meteor impact site in the world. Additionally, you will take a virtual tour of the Lunar Exploration Museum and the home of the Mars Space Flight Facility, where scientists are using spacecraft to explore the geology of Mars. This course is packed with information and will greatly expand your understanding of our vast universe.
Past course syllabus for reference only
Gold Designation: SCIT