Introduction to Astronomy

Permission Required:
No
Distribution:
Astronomy
Prerequisite:
REA0011
Credits:
3.00 Credits
Lecture:
3.00 Hours

Course Description:

This course provides an exploration of our universe through descriptive studies of our solar system, planets, stars, constellations, black holes, galaxies, quasars, cosmology, galactic and stellar evolution. Other topics included are artificial satellites, the space program, energy problems and discussion about the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Emphasis is placed on the appreciation of astronomy through scientific reasoning, methodology and precision, and on the importance of astronomy as an integral part of the everyday life of the individual.

PHSC Course Schedule: Introduction to Astronomy

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Summer 2023
Section Availability Dates Days Meeting Time Location Delivery Bldg/Room Instructor Credit Hours Clock Hours Fees Comments
4240 Open 05/08/2023-07/13/2023 Online
Online
John Blum 3.00 45.00
Traditional online format. In this modality, the course is available through canvas any time throughout the semester offering a high level of flexibility and with no set meeting schedule. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
4241 Open 05/08/2023-07/13/2023 Online
Online
Patricia Battler 3.00 45.00
Traditional online format. In this modality, the course is available through canvas any time throughout the semester offering a high level of flexibility and with no set meeting schedule. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
7912 Open 05/08/2023-07/13/2023 Mon 5:30P- 7:25 Porter Campus
Hybrid - On Campus
D-420 Patricia Battler 3.00
This course meets on campus on the day and time listed in the schedule. The remainder of the course is delivered with online assignments and activities. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
Fall 2023
Section Availability Dates Days Meeting Time Location Delivery Bldg/Room Instructor Credit Hours Clock Hours Fees Comments
1219 Open 08/21/2023-12/08/2023 Thu 7:00P- 8:15 East Campus
Hybrid - On Campus
A-163 John Blum 3.00
This course meets on campus on the day and time listed in the schedule. The remainder of the course is delivered with online assignments and activities. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
4230 Open 08/21/2023-12/08/2023 Online
Online
Gregory Woodard 3.00 45.00
Traditional online format. In this modality, the course is available through canvas any time throughout the semester offering a high level of flexibility and with no set meeting schedule. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
4231 Open 08/21/2023-12/08/2023 Online
Online
Gregory Woodard 3.00 45.00
Traditional online format. In this modality, the course is available through canvas any time throughout the semester offering a high level of flexibility and with no set meeting schedule. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
4232 Open 09/11/2023-11/17/2023 Online
Online
Patricia Battler 3.00 45.00
Traditional online format. In this modality, the course is available through canvas any time throughout the semester offering a high level of flexibility and with no set meeting schedule. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
4430 Open 10/12/2023-12/08/2023 Online
Online
Patricia Battler 3.00 45.00
Traditional online format. In this modality, the course is available through canvas any time throughout the semester offering a high level of flexibility and with no set meeting schedule. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.
6350 Open 08/21/2023-12/08/2023 Tue, Thu 12:30P- 1:45 Spring Hill Campus
On Campus
E-108 Patricia Battler 3.00
This course meets on campus on the day(s) and time(s) listed in the schedule.
6352 Open 08/21/2023-12/08/2023 Mon, Wed 12:30P- 1:45 Spring Hill Campus
On Campus
E-108 Patricia Battler 3.00
This course meets on campus on the day(s) and time(s) listed in the schedule.
7083 Open 08/21/2023-12/08/2023 Mon 7:00P- 8:15 Porter Campus
Hybrid - On Campus
D-416 Patricia Battler 3.00
This course meets on campus on the day and time listed in the schedule. The remainder of the course is delivered with online assignments and activities. Students may need a webcam and microphone for this class.