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AST105

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Introduction to Astronomy

ScienceSchool of Math/Science

Learning Objectives

Course Objective

Program Objective and/or
Collegewide Student Competency

1.      Apply Scientific Method

 

2.      Locate and critically evaluate scientific information to develop student perspective about the universe

 

3.      Introduce key concepts of Astronomy

 

4.      Thorough knowledge of our solar system and beyond

 

5.      Using concepts of Physics: Motion, Energy, gravity to understand Universe

 

6.      Discuss light as our cosmic messenger

 

7.      Formation of Planets

 

8.      A closer look at the sun-earth connection