PHY 101 Astronomy: Fundamentals and Frontiers
An introductory course intended for the non-science liberal arts student.
Historical and philosophical ideas will be stressed as well as the
experimental concepts and methods used in astronomy. A good working
knowledge of algebra, plane geometry, and trigonometry is required.
Satisfies half of the laboratory science requirement. Three class periods
and one laboratory each week. This course is offered in the fall semester.
Credits: 1