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PHY 121 - Principles of Astronomy

3.00 credit hours
The study of celestial phenomena, the sun and solar system and the observable universe with emphasis on astronomy as a scientific activity with great relevance to the perception and comprehension of our world. Laboratory experiences include the study and practice of observational techniques for the night sky with emphasis on the interplay of observation and theory and applications in the science of astronomy. Students may not receive credit for both PHY 121 and PHY 122 .

Prerequisite(s): MTH 122  or high school trigonometry.
Core: Science.


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