Introduction to General Astronomy -Astronomy Department

Introduction to General Astronomy
Astronomy C10 | Letters and Science C70U
CCN: 05915
Instructor: Alex Filippenko
Time & Location:
MWF 3-4P, WHEELER AUD
Units:
4 (NOTE: Students will receive no credit for C10 after taking 10, 7A, or 7B. Students can remove a deficient grade in C10 by taking 10).

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.