ASTRO 2201

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ASTRO 2201
The History of the Universe

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2015-2016.

General discussion of how the universe has evolved since the Big Bang era and how our understanding of it has changed from ancient to modern times. Several main themes are covered over the course of the semester: the evolution of our view of the sky from that of ancient cultures to that of space telescopes; the formation and nature of black holes; dark matter and dark energy; and the origin, evolution, and fate of the universe. Presents a nonmathematical introduction to these subjects and discusses uncertainties and unresolved issues in our understanding.

When Offered Spring.

Distribution Category (PBS)

Comments No scientific background assumed.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8163 ASTRO 2201   LEC 001

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8164 ASTRO 2201   LEC 002

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