ASTRO 2201
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- Schedule of Classes - September 9, 2021 7:14PM EDT
- Course Catalog - September 9, 2021 7:15PM EDT
Classes
ASTRO 2201
Course Description
Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.
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-AS, PHS-AS)
Comments No scientific background assumed.
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Ives Hall 305
- Feb 8 - May 14, 2021
Instructors
Battaglia, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
Hybrid: rotational in person attendance to be determined by instructor.
Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Ives Hall 215
- Feb 8 - May 14, 2021
Instructors
Haynes, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
Hybrid: rotational in person attendance to be determined by instructor.
Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.
Regular Academic Session.
-
Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Online Meeting
- Feb 8 - May 14, 2021
Instructors
Battaglia, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Regular Academic Session.
-
Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
-
Class Number & Section Details
-
Meeting Pattern
- MWF Online Meeting
- Feb 8 - May 14, 2021
Instructors
Haynes, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
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