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ASTRONOMY
The Astronomy Department is designed to give the student an excellant
foundation in the astronomical sciences while providing bredth in the
specialized science fields of biology, chemistry, and physics. The lower-division
classes have a strong mutimedia component that allows the student to travel
vitually throughout the cosmos. A courses in astronomy can serve as preparation
for further study in technical fields and serves as an excellent background
for professional training in law, business, medicine, or education.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Governmental Agencies, Chemical Industry, Biochemistry, Drug Industry,
Food Industry, Computer-Related Occupations, Industrial Electronics, Petroleum
Industry, Mineral Exploration, Land Use Planning, Construction and Manufacturing,
Radiation Physicist, Meteorology, Energy Management.
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ASTRONOMY 100 - INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY 3 Units
Prerequisite(s): None; Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in ASTR 699.
Description: Survey of modern astronomy, including the study of the planets,
stars and galaxies. Emphasis on the place of man in the universe and the
possibilities of life on other worlds. Quasars, pulsars, black holes,
the space program, and the beginning and the end of the universe will
also be discussed. Transfer: CSU, UC.
ASTR 101 ASTRONOMY LABORATORY 1Unit
Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 100. Description:
This course introduces techniques of investigation and problem solving
in astronomy as a means of understanding the universe and manÍs place
in the universe. The identification of constellations, planets, stars
and features of the moon; the use of telescopes to locate and identify
double stars, galaxies, clusters and nebulae; the use of astronomical
computer software to locate and demonstrate the movement of astronomical
objects will be covered. Transfer: CSU, UC.