PHS 152 - Astronomy

4.00 Credit(s)

This course is a basic course in descriptive astronomy. It introduces the development of modern astronomy including its present-day theories and observations. Topics covered include motions of solar system and deep sky objects, telescopes and other instruments, members of the solar system, nature of the sun, other stars, origin and development of stars and planets, our galaxy, other galaxies, and the organization of the universe. Some night labs are required. 59.4 Lec. Hrs. / 39.6 Lab Hrs. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Natural Sciences Area.