This is a common course number. This course surveys the fundamentals of astronomy. Emphasis is on the solar system. Included is the study of the celestial sphere, the earth's motions, the moon, planets, asteroids, comets, meteors, and meteorites. This is a common course number.
Stellar astronomy is emphasized.
Topics include a study of the sun, the properties of stars, star clusters, nebulae, interstellar gas and dust, the Milky Way Galaxy, and external galaxies. This is a common course number. Mechanics and heat are studied. This is a common course number. This course is a continuation of Physics 1401.