PHY 2900U – Astronomy I

An introduction to the origin, evolution and structure of the solar system and its constituents, as well as extra-solar planets. At the same time, the course develops a basic observational, theoretical and quantitative understanding of the science of astronomy. This course is appropriate for all students with some science background.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): PHY 1010U or PHY 1030U
Credit restriction(s): SCIE 1900U, SCIE 1920U