The emphasis in this course is on the rigorous structure of classical physics and the development of the ability to solve problems. Topics include mechanics, heat, and sound. The instructor is Kletzing. The instructor is Skiff. This survey course of astronomy is for non-science majors.
Topics cover the range from visible phenomena in the sky to the latest astronomical findings.
Among the subjects discussed are the properties of the planets, the formation and evolution of stars, and the origin of the universe. The three lectures each week employ mathematics at the level of high school algebra and geometry. A lab is associated with the course for a fourth s.h. of credit. This course should not be taken by astronomy or physics majors . The instructors are Spangler and staff members.