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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.
3 Credits
Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
4492ASTRO 2201 LEC 001
Meeting Pattern
TR
Jan 21 - May 6, 2025
Instructors
Kaltenegger, L
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
A few seats have been saved for each academic level during pre-enrollment.
Syllabi:
none
Regular Academic Session.
Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits
Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
Class Number & Section Details
4493ASTRO 2201 LEC 002
Meeting Pattern
MWF
Jan 21 - May 6, 2025
Instructors
Chung, D
To be determined. There are currently no textbooks/materials listed, or no textbooks/materials
required, for this section. Additional information may be found on the syllabus provided by your professor.
For the most current information about textbooks, including the timing and options for purchase, see the
Cornell Store.
Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
A few seats have been saved for each academic level during pre-enrollment.
