ASTR 1020 - Stars + Galaxies Astronomy

Institution:

Chattanooga State Community College

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Description:

A survey of astronomy focusing on stars (classification and structure), stellar evolution, normal and active galaxies, and other stellar objects such nebulae, pulsars, black holes, theory of relativity as it applies to space time, and introductory cosmology. The required three hour lab includes experiments in concepts governing the creation and motion of the components of the universe, characteristics of stellar objects, spectroscopes, telescopes and space observations. Class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Prereq: student must be at college level in all areas to enroll in this course. [F, S]

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.chattanoogastate.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 697-4400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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