• 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.