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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [Not Current Academic Year. Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

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PHYS 1305 -  Introductory Astronomy - The Solar System

Credit Hours: 3.0
Lecture Contact Hours: 3    Lab Contact Hours: 0
Prerequisite: credit for or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1310  or MATH 1311 .

Introduction to history and development of astronomy from pre-Greek times through the modern eras. Keller’s laws, Newton’s laws, recent experimental results from planetary and interplanetary probes, origin and evolution theories for the solar system.

Note: May not apply to course or GPA requirements for a major or minor in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
Core Category: [30] Life & Physical Sciences


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