Lab fee applies. SCI 105 Solar System Astronomy 4 cr. The historical development of the physical laws and theories basic to the study of the solar system is studied. Physical characteristics of the earth, moon, planets and sun are discussed including findings of unmanned planetary exploration. Students are required to attend at least two evening observation sessions during the semester.
Students gain a working knowledge of the operation of a telescope.
Lab fee applies. A special section of Astronomy may be offered each semester through the College of the Air program. This distance-learning course uses videotapes, the Internet, computers and other electronic media to complete the course assignments. Therefore students must have access to a computer and a video playback machine. Students will occasionally meet with the instructor on campus to perform laboratory experiments and to take exams.