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| ASTR 2030 - Solar System Astronomy |
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Prerequisite: MATH 1710, MATH 1730, MATH 1810, or MATH 1920 Comprehensive study of the solar system including models of solar and planetary formation. Analysis of the chemical makeup and physical nature of the Sun, planets, moons, and comets using mathematics and the scientific method. Focus on planetary interiors, surfaces, atmospheres, solar-planetary interactions, and solar system evolution. Discussion of spacecraft missions, future solar system exploration, and possibilities of extraterrestrial life.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Physics and Astronomy Department Course Attributes: College of Basic & Applied, Credit from 4-Year College Prerequisites: for ASTR 2030 General Requirements: ( Course or Test: MATH 1710 Minimum Grade of C May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MATH 1730 Minimum Grade of C May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MATH 1810 Minimum Grade of C May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: MATH 1910 Minimum Grade of C May not be taken concurrently. ) Prerequisites: for MATH PRESCRIBED General Requirements: ( DSPM 4 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( XDM 4 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( SAIL 5 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course Attribute: XDM3 Minimum Grade of D- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course Attribute: XLM5 Minimum Grade of D- May not be taken concurrently. ) Prerequisites: for READING PRESCRIBED General Requirements: ( Course Attribute: XDR2 Minimum Grade of D- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course Attribute: XLR2 Minimum Grade of D- May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( DSPR 4 May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( XDR 4 May not be taken concurrently. ) |
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