Space Science II
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Overview
Subject area
AST
Catalog Number
216
Course Title
Space Science II
Department(s)
Description
This course covers the fundamental concepts in Space Science. Topics include: Multiple wavelength astronomy: radio, infrared, optical, UV, x-ray and gamma ray; stars: energy transport, magnitude and distance modulus; variable and binary stars, Hertzsprung-Russell diagram; interstellar medium, stellar structure and evolution; Milky Way galaxy: stellar distribution and population; galactic structure and evolution: active galaxies and quasars; Hubble?s law; large scale structure of the universe: galaxy clusters and cosmology.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3