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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.  
 

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