NSC 112 Astronomy

A study of our understanding of the solar system from ancient times to the present, including findings of modern observational astronomy. Topics covered may include: the solar system, planets and their moons and rings, satellites, asteroids, comets, the galaxy, stellar theory, quasars, black holes and red shift. Prerequisite(s): MAT 111 or above, or math placement level 3 or above. Laboratory fee: $30. 4 hour(s). LAB.