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Science
Description: Introduction to Astronomy as a science, focusing on history and development of Astronomy, understanding the local sky, contributions by Copernicus, Tycho, Kepler, Galileo and Newton, Solar System formation theories, properties of the planets, and properties of the Sun. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Requirement Designation: Science and Applied Science
Liberal Studies Essential Skills: Scientific Inquiry
Prerequisite: Admission to a Personalized Learning program
Science
Term : Summer 2023
Catalog Year : 2022-2023
SCIN 281 - Astronomy (Solar System)
Description: Introduction to Astronomy as a science, focusing on history and development of Astronomy, understanding the local sky, contributions by Copernicus, Tycho, Kepler, Galileo and Newton, Solar System formation theories, properties of the planets, and properties of the Sun. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Requirement Designation: Science and Applied Science
Liberal Studies Essential Skills: Scientific Inquiry
Prerequisite: Admission to a Personalized Learning program