Planetary Astronomy

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Overview

Subject area

AST

Catalog Number

112

Course Title

Planetary Astronomy

Description

History of astronomy; ground-based observation and space exploration; physical processes in the solar system including the sun, planets, and minor bodies; architecture of the solar system with emphasis on orbital motions, planetary surfaces, atmospheres and internal structures; formation and evolution of the solar system.

Requisites

011365

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

2

Name

Recitation

Hours

1

Course Schedule