ASTR 100 Intro To Astronomy-Honors (CRN: 45016)

at Cañada College for Spring 2026

Course Information

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.


Lecture hours/semester: 48-54

Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Course Details

Grade Mode: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

Units: 3

Department: Astronomy

Transfer Credit: UC/CSU

Meeting Information
InstructorMeeting DateMeeting TimeDaysBuildingRoomSectionSection Description
Attila Elteto01/12 - 05/139:45am-11:00amM, W230241APXLecture and/or Discussion
Critical Dates
EventDate
Last Day to AddJanuary 26, 2026
Last day to drop with a refundJanuary 26, 2026
Last Day to drop without W GradeFebruary 1, 2026
Last Day to drop with W GradeApril 22, 2026
Last Day to Change to Pass/No PassMay 13, 2026
Section Fees
DescriptionFee
Book-Inclusive Digital Acc-CAN$94