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2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EV 120 ASTRONOMY



This course is a descriptive introduction to the science of astronomy. The goal is to acquaint the beginning student with the sky and where we are in the observable universe. Topics will include understanding the night sky, motions of the moon and sun, the structure of solar system and galaxy, and the origin of the universe. Other topics will include seasons, history of astronomy, life and death of stars, astronomical instruments, and the search for new planets. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits. 3 Credits