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Astronomy is an inquiry and physics-based laboratory course that focuses on the properties and dynamics of the universe. Concepts of motion; forces in nature energy; optics; radiation; and thermodynamics are applied to concepts in astronomy. First semester introduces students to the history and methods of observational astronomy and the study of the solar system. Second semester includes the study of the life cycle of stars; astrophysics; and cosmology. Students will make extensive use of internet sources and tools as well as in-class technology to learn how astronomers make and analyze their observations. A strong background in algebra and geometry is important; as mathematics will be a key tool to learning about physics through astronomy.

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• LPHY
• Physics

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Online / Virtual