AST 42 - STARS, GALAXIES, & BLACK HOLES

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Astronomy

Description:

This course is a descriptive study of stars, galaxies, and black holes. Included in this course are an introduction to the observation and analysis of starlight and an introduction to orbital mechanics and gravity. Stellar evolution is covered in detail, as are the classification of galaxies and the observation and characterization of black holes. A selected series of lectures and hands on projects will be done using the planetarium and the on-campus observatory. This course does not satisfy major, concomitant, or specialization requirements for Secondary Education and/or Liberal Arts Science majors nor count toward major GPA for Physics majors.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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