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ASTR 100 –  Intro To Astronomy-Honors (CRN: 45016) at  Cañada College for Spring 2025

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Identified as a Honors Program Cohort
ASTR 100 Introduction to Astronomy

Survey of modern astronomy: study of what our civilization knows about the universe and our place in it, including the Earth-Moon system, the Solar System, extrasolar planetary systems, the birth and death of stars, the Milky Way galaxy, and cosmology. Emphasis is also placed on how astronomers learn about the universe, such as the nature of light, telescopes, and the scientific method.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area B1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area B1), UC (IGETC Area 5A)

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Department: Astronomy

Number of Units: 3


Fee Description Type Amount
Book-Inclusive Digital Acc-CAN Flat Fee $84
Section
APX - Lecture and/or Discussion
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/21
Meeting Time: 9:45am-11:00am
Days: M, W
Building: 23 Room: 0241
Instructor: Attila Elteto
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 21, 2025
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