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Sep 16, 2024
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PHY 155 - Introductory Astronomy with Laboratory A survey of modern astronomy. Topics include the planets and their moons, the sun and other stars, stellar structure and evolution, galaxies, and cosmology. Some elementary algebra is used. Laboratory consists of experiments pertinent to the field, planetarium observations, and outdoor (naked eye/telescope) observations when weather permits. Not open to students with credit for PHY 150. Fulfills: GE 2, GENS, LASR. (4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the scientific method and identify the interactions between scientists, theory, and observation.
- Differentiate the scientific endeavor from pseudoscience.
- Apply physical laws to a variety of astrophysical scenarios.
- Construct and defend an original logical argument in the context of astronomy or the history of astronomy.
- Solve scientific problems by expressing them in analytical terms and applying creative quantitative reasoning.
- Record and analyze astronomical data.
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