NAS 131 - Astronomy I

4 credit(s)
Studies the major and minor bodies of the solar system, stars and nebulae of the Milky Way, and extragalactic objects. Examines life and death of stars, origin of the universe, history of astronomy, and instruments and techniques of observation. Part I of II. This course is cross-listed with PHY 141. Credit will not be awarded for both. Lecture 3 hours per week. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours per week. Total 6 hours per week. 4 credits.