ASTRO 2201
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ASTRO 2201
Course Description
Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2022-2023.
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 Space Sciences Building 105
- Jan 23 - May 9, 2023
Instructors
Battaglia, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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 Space Sciences Building 105
- Jan 23 - May 9, 2023
Instructors
Haynes, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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