PHYS 138 - Descriptive Astronomy

Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B1
A descriptive survey of astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology. Introduction to methods of obtaining facts and formulating principals. Overview of physical nature and evolution of solar system, stars and galaxies.

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Equivalent Quarter Course: PHYS 1800.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B1 - Lower Division Physical Science