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2025 Spring > UGRD > PHYSIC > PHYSIC 126

Solar System Astronomy

Course #: PHYSIC 126

Description:
Descriptive introduction to the study of the solar system and its structure. Topics include the historical development of early astronomy; the properties of the sun; the planets and their satellites; comets, asteroids, and meteorites; the results of spacecraft exploration.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = MATH Q114 or equivalent Math Placement Test scores or permission of instuctor

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 6782 MWF
1:00 - 1:50 pm
Ginsberg,Edward S Wheatley W02-0158
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 70
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = MATH Q114 or equivalent Math Placement Test scores or permission of instuctor
Course Attributes: Natural Sciences