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EARTH 51 — General Astronomy

Description

In this nonmathematical look at astronomy, students will learn what people have traditionally thought about space and how scientists currently study it. EARTH 51 includes a detailed discussion of planets, asteroids, comets, stars, and galaxies. 6 lessons, 6 assignment submissions (6 Speedback assignments); proctored final exam.

Course Content

  1. Observing the Night Sky
  2. Historical Highlights in Astronomy
  3. The Solar System: Terrestrial Planets
  4. The Solar System: Jovian Planets, Comets, Asteroids
  5. The Sun and Other Stars
  6. Galaxies

Materials:

   Online Course: CD

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Instructor: Thomas Erekson , MEd
Credits: 0.5
Tuition and Materials : $ 124.00
Paper Manual Fee: $10.00

Registration Codes:


     Paper Course: 5023358
        
     Online Course: 8301200
        

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