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ASTR 125 – Stars, Galaxies and Cosmology (CRN: 41351) at College of San Mateo for Spring 2025

ASTR 125 Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology

Study the sun, other stars, Milky Way galaxy, other galaxies and their evolution, black holes, quasars, dark matter, and the foundations of cosmology. Students will become familiar with the basic tenets of general relativity and its application to black holes. The concept regarding stars as the primary producers of energy in the universe as well as the chemicals necessary for life, is emphasized. Focus is on conceptual understanding of stars, galaxies, and the rudiments of cosmology.

Units: 3

Degree Credit

Letter Grade Only

Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5a

Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area B1), UC (IGETC Area 5A)

College of San Mateo : Map

Department: Astronomy

Number of Units: 3

Textbook: View textbook in Bookstore

Instructor: Darryl Stanford, stanfordd@smccd.edu

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IGETC: 5A-Physical Science - CSM

CSU: B1-Physical Science - CSM

Fee Description	Type	Amount
Book-Inclusive Digital Acc-CSM	Flat Fee	$84

Section Information as of Friday, November 22 2024 - 12:22:13 pm

Course status: Open

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Critical Dates for this Course	Date
Last day to add class	January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund	January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W"	February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W"	April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option	May 14, 2025

San Mateo County Community College District

ASTR 125 – Stars, Galaxies and Cosmology (CRN: 41351) at College of San Mateo for Spring 2025