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Astronomical history is presented including an introduction to th… See More

Astronomical history is presented including an introduction to the mechanics and optics of Galileo and Newton. Radiation laws and astronomical tools including the telescope are considered. The solar system is presented in detail as is a history of human space travel. Stellar astrophysics is considered including star formation, planetary systems formation; and star properties, groupings and evolution. Galaxy properties and evolution are discussed. Following an introduction to relativity, aspects of quantum mechanics and cosmology are introduced. The search for and consequences of extraterrestrial life are considered. Laboratory experiments supplement and illustrate lecture material.

English 1121: Composition II, Sections E105 and E120, Spring 2019… See More

English 1121: Composition II, Sections E105 and E120, Spring 2019, Instructed by Holly Melgard

English 1121: Composition II, Sections E105 and E120, Spring 2018… See More

English 1121: Composition II, Sections E105 and E120, Spring 2018, Instructed by Holly Melgard