Introduction to Solar Systems Astronomy
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This course is part of Global Freshman Academy (GFA), which means you can earn transferable ASU credit toward your college degree.
In this introductory 4-credit hour lecture and laboratory course, we will explore the origins, structure, contents, and evolution of our solar system and exosolar planetary systems. We will cover the history of astronomy, properties of light, instruments, the study of the solar system and nearby stars.
Throughout the course, we will learn about the Discovery Channel Telescope, the Lowell Observatory, the Challenger Space Center, and Meteor Crater, the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth. We will also get a chance to virtually walk through the Lunar Exploration Museum and Arizona State University’s Moeur Building, home of the Mars Space Flight Facility where ASU scientists and researchers are using spacecraft instruments on Mars to explore the geology and mineralogy of the red planet.
This course satisfies the Natural Science — Quantitative (SQ) general studies requirement at Arizona State University. Introduction to Astronomy may satisfy a general education requirement at other institutions; however, it is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring the credit.
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| Rating | 4.6★ based on 12 ratings |
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| Length | 8 weeks |
| Effort | 24 hours per week |
| Starts | Jan 8 (328 weeks ago) |
| Cost | $600 |
| From | Arizona State University, ASUx via edX |
| Instructors | Dr. Frank Timmes, Frank Timmes |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science |
| Tags | Science |
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| Rating | 4.6★ based on 12 ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 8 weeks |
| Effort | 24 hours per week |
| Starts | Jan 8 (328 weeks ago) |
| Cost | $600 |
| From | Arizona State University, ASUx via edX |
| Instructors | Dr. Frank Timmes, Frank Timmes |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science |
| Tags | Science |
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