Astronomy Undergraduate Courses • Summer 2015

  • Arrow of Time

    Astronomy 9

    CCN: 16305

    Students will explore the development of complexity in the universe on scales as small as subatomic particles to scales as large as the entire universe. The emphasis will be on how the development of complex structures determines the direction of time in a way not seen in basic physical laws that are time symmetric. Topics may include the creation of…

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  • Introduction to General Astronomy

    Astronomy 10

    CCN: 16325

     A description of modern astronomy with emphasis on the structure and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the Universe. Additional topics optionally discussed include quasars, pulsars, black holes, and extraterrestrial communication, etc. Individual instructor’s synopses available from the department.

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  • The Planets

    Astronomy C12

    CCN: 16338

    A tour of the mysteries and inner workings of our solar system. What are planets made of? Why do they orbit the sun the way they do? How do planets form, and what are they made of? Why do some bizarre moons have oceans, volcanoes, and ice floes? What makes the Earth hospitable for life? Is the Earth a common…

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  • The Planets

    Astronomy W12

    CCN: 16340

    Instructor: Burkhard Militzer

    A tour of the mysteries and inner workings of our solar system. What are planets made of? Why do they orbit the sun the way they do? How do planets form, and what are they made of? Why do some bizarre moons have oceans, volcanoes, and ice floes? What makes the Earth hospitable for life? Is the Earth a common…

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