PHY 105 - Astronomy

Instructors
Belloni, Cain

A survey of the current scientific view of the Universe. Emphasis on the physical and mathematical principles necessary to understand how astronomers observe and interpret phenomena. Topics include the historical development of major astronomical theories, the interaction of light and matter, the life cycle of stars, and the structure and evolution of the Universe. No laboratory.

Students entering 2012: satisfies the Liberal Studies distribution requirement.
Students entering before 2012: counted toward the Natural Science and Mathematics distribution requirement.

Prerequisites & Notes
Designed for non-science majors. (Not offered 2012-13.)