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| PHYS-100Q PHYS-101Q PHYS-201 |
Introduction to Physics (4) Introduction to Astronomy (4) Topics in Modern Astronomy (4) |
PHYS-100Q. Introduction to Physics (4)
A survey of classical physics with emphasis on its structure and intellectual
development as well as its application to problems of society. Concepts
of motion, energy, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism. This course assumes
no previous study in physics. A working knowledge of high school algebra
is assumed. Laboratory fee, $30.00.
PHYS-101Q. Introduction to Astronomy
(4)
An introduction to the methods and concepts of modern astronomy: physical
principles, telescopic observations of the moon, sun, starts, and planets.
Prerequisite: working knowledge of high school
algebra.
Laboratory fee: $30.00.
PHYS-201. Topics in Modern Astronomy
(4)
Stellar evolution, solar system astronomy, galaxies, the creation and evolution
of the universe, the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. Three
hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Laboratory fee,
$30.00. (Formerly ASTR-104).
Prerequisite: PHYS-101Q.