Astronomy 101: Intro to Astronomy
Offered By: Study.com
Course Description
Overview
Astronomy 101 has been evaluated and recommended for 3 semester hours and may be transferred to over 2,000 colleges and universities. With this self-paced course, you get engaging lessons, expert instructors who make even the most challenging astronomy topics simple, and an excellent resource for getting a head start on your degree.
Syllabus
- Ch 1. The Historical Background of Astronomy
- Ch 2. The Basics of Astronomy
- Ch 3. The Physics of Astronomy
- Ch 4. Tools & Instruments for Astronomy
- Ch 5. Understanding Orbits in Astronomy
- Ch 6. The Earth-Moon System
- Ch 7. The Solar System
- Ch 8. The Inner Solar System
- Ch 9. Gaseous Planets in the Solar System
- Ch 10. Comets, Moons & Asteroids
- Ch 11. Understanding the Science of the Sun
- Ch 12. Types of Stars in the Universe
- Ch 13. Formation & Evolution of Stars
- Ch 14. Stellar Death & Remnants
- Ch 15. Formation & Structure of the Milky Way
- Ch 16. Properties & Characteristics of Galaxies
- Ch 17. Cosmology Overview
- Ch 18. Relativity in Space & Time
- Ch 19. Overview of Life in the Universe
- Ch 20. Studying for Astronomy 101
- Ch 21. Required Assignments for Astronomy 101
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