ASTR 1010 - Solar System Astronomy

Institution:

Columbia State Community College

Subject:

Astronomy

Description:

This course is NOT equivalent to ASTR 1030. May not receive credit for both ASTR 1010 and 1030.A survey of astronomy focusing on the Solar System, including an introduction to history and methods of astronomy, basic laws of physics and planetary motion, formation of the solar system, and the physical characteristics of the sun, planets, dwarf planets, moons, and minor members (asteroids, meteoroids,and comets) of the solar system. The laboratory includes experiments in forces, motion, characteristics of planets, telescopes and space observations.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.columbiastate.edu

Phone Number:

(931) 540-2722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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