ASTR 112 - Mysteries of the Universe

Institution:

Coastal Carolina University

Subject:

Astronomy

Description:

(3)(Coreq: ASTR 112L) An introduction to contemporary astronomy that explores our current understanding of the distant Cosmos and the unique methods employed to study astronomical objects. Topics include the history of astronomy, stellar structure, stellar evolution, galaxies, and cosmology, along with ongoing searches for extraterrestrial life outside the Solar System. The course material is designed primarily, but not exclusively, for non-science majors and can be taken independently from ASTR 111. F,S.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Take ASTR*112L(9167);

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Department: Physics & Engineering Science; CEEB: 5837;

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.coastal.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 347-3161

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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