| ASTRONOMY |
49 |
ASTRONOMY INDEPENDENT STUDY |
1.0 to 3.0 Units |
ASTRO 49 provides independent exploration to familiarize students with research techniques, career options, and special academic interests in‚ astronomy. Emphasis shall be on individual research projects, library research, and/or preparation of research papers. There is no prescribed course content. Students develop and complete a research project approved by the sponsoring instructor and division chairperson. Note: Registration is open to any student at GCC who is currently registered for six or more units and who is admitted to Independent Study by the instructor. A student is limited to one Independent Study per semester and no more than 12 units credit toward the AA Degree or Certificate, and no more than six units per division. The units received may be acceptable for college transfer subject to the approval of the individual college. This course may be taken 3 times; a maximum of 9 units may be earned. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Corequisite: Concurrent registration in 6 or more units or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ASTRONOMY |
102 |
OBSERVATIONAL ASTRONOMY |
1.0 Unit |
ASTRO 102 maps the sky by means of bright stars and constellations. Small telescopes are used for observing celestial objects, and indoor laboratory experiments will be performed for more complete student understanding of astronomical data analysis. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: ASTRO 110 or 120. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| ASTRONOMY |
110 |
ASTRONOMY OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM |
3.0 Units |
ASTRO 110 is a survey of the Sun, planets, moons, and other objects that make up the solar system with a consideration towards applying this knowledge to new findings in astronomy such as exoplanets. Topics may include the history of astronomy, the practice of modern science, solar system formation, planetary geology, planetary atmospheres, the physics of astronomy (gravity, light, conservation laws, etc.), telescopes and observational methods, exoplanets, and the search for life in the universe. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000, ENGL C1000E, or ENGL C1000H, or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| ASTRONOMY |
120 |
ASTRONOMY OF STARS AND GALAXIES |
3.0 Units |
ASTRO 120 is a survey of the methods astronomers use and findings they have made in their studies of the stars and galaxies. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000, ENGL C1000E, or ENGL C1000H, or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
