AST-1A — Introduction to the Solar System

About This Course

Transfer: UC, CSU
3.00 units

Prerequisite: None., Advisory: REA-82 or qualifying placement level.

Description: A journey through the fundamental principles of astronomy specifically focused on the observed motions of the night sky, historical developments of astronomical theory, and the scientific principles explaining the physical characteristics and formation of the solar system. Part one of two courses which complete the fundamental knowledge base for astronomy. 54 hours lecture. (Letter grade only.)